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March 15, 2024 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 24V207000
Improperly Secured 48-Volt Ground Connection
An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V207
Manufacturer Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected 116,020
Summary
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 GLE 350, 2020-2024 GLE 450, 2020-2023 GLS 580, GLE 580, 2019-2023 GLS 450, 2021-2023 Maybach GLS 600, AMG GLS 63, 2021-2024 AMG GLE 53, AMG GLE 53 Coupe, and AMG GLE 63 S vehicles. A 48-Volt ground connection under the passenger seat may not be secured properly, resulting in the ground connection overheating.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the 48-Volt ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Check if your Mercedes-Benz has a Recall
April 12, 2024
2024040002
Check 48V Ground Connection under Passenger Seat
This is to notify you of the Recall Campaign Launch to check the 48V ground connection under the passenger seat on 116,020 Model Year (“MY”) 2019-2024 GLE and GLS (167 platform) vehicles. The recall campaign will be visible on the www.NHTSA.gov website and may generate questions from customers. Affected VINs will be flagged in VMI as “OPEN” on April 12, 2024.
Issue
Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain GLE and GLS (167 platform) vehicles, the 48V ground connection under the passenger seat might have become loose. In this case, the ground cable lug would not be secured correctly. Subsequently, the electric resistance of the connection might increase. In combination with the high electrical currents potentially flowing through this connection, the temperature in this area might increase. As a consequence, a risk of fire cannot be ruled out completely.
What We’re Doing
MBUSA will conduct a voluntary recall. An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will check the fastening of the ground connection on the affected vehicles and correct it, if necessary.
Parts
The remedy is available and can be performed.
Given this notice, it is a violation of Federal law for a dealer to sell or lease any new vehicles in dealer inventory covered by this notification until the vehicle has been repaired. Once the remedy is available, the vehicles will be flagged as “OPEN” and Work Instructions will be available in NetStar VMI and Xentry Portal. Once the repair is complete, the vehicle may be sold or leased.
Loaner and demonstrator vehicles may continue to be driven, but must not be retailed until repaired. As a matter of normal service process, please check for other repair measures which might be applicable to the vehicle(s).
Additionally, given this notice, it is a violation of Federal Law for car rental companies to rent new vehicles covered by this notification until the vehicle has been repaired.
Notice to California Dealers: As required by 13 CCR 2117, a proof of correction (“POC”) certificate showing that the vehicle has been repaired under this recall must be issued by the dealer, and that such a certificate may be required by California as a condition of vehicle re-registration or operation. Please reference this POC in the attached work instructions. Failure to complete this step may result in fines and penalties and lead to customer dissatisfaction.
Customer Notification Timeline
Customer letters will be mailed on approximately May 3, 2024.
Customer Reimbursement
Customer reimbursement is being offered for this campaign.
Check 48V Ground Connection on Passenger Seat
Check/Test Procedure
1. Place vehicle key outside of radio range.
2. Unscrew front passenger seat and tilt forward slightly (Figure 1).
Screw, front seat to vehicle floor: 50 Nm.
The front seat remains in the vehicle with the wiring harness connected.
For basic data, see AR91.10-P-1000ME.
3. Lift floor covering above ground point “W106/1” (Figure 2, A) for 48 V on-board electrical system battery.
4. Disconnect and check screw connection of electrical wiring harness of 48 V on-board electrical system battery of “W106/1” ground point on body (Figure 3).
Ensure 12 V on-board electrical system battery ground is still disconnected!
Inspect ground connection for traces of thermal overload or damage (Figure 4).
1. If traces of thermal overload or damage are present on the wiring harness at the “W106/1” ground point: Carry out Work Procedures A and B.
2. If traces of thermal overload or damage are not present on the wiring harness at the “W106/1” ground point:
Carry out Work Procedure B.
Work Procedure A
1. Replace electrical wiring harness from “W106/1” ground point to 48 V on-board electrical system battery (Figure 5).
Thoroughly clean area affected by thermal overload or damage.
If the ground bolt also displays traces of thermal overload or damage, the ground bolt must be replaced.
See AR60.00-P-0100A “Attach ground point to body” (please take the bolt part number from here).
If traces of thermal overload or damage are present on the surrounding component parts, such as the floor covering, these component parts must be replaced.
Work Procedure B
1. Connect electrical wiring harness of 48 V on-board electrical system battery to “W106/1” ground point.
Torque of screw connection, electrical wiring harness to “W106/1” ground point: 20 Nm.
Torque of screw connection, ground harness to 48 V on-board electrical system battery: 16 Nm.
During installation of the electrical wiring harness to the “W106/1” ground point, ensure the contact surface is clean and free of damage at connection points.
2. Assemble in reverse order.
3. Connect XENTRY Diagnosis.
4. Perform quick test and clear fault memory.
5. Disconnect XENTRY Diagnosis.
Primary Parts Information
| Qty. | Part Name | Part Number |
| As required (1) | Wiring Harness | A 167 540 19 08 |
Small parts such as screws, lock nuts, sealing rings, cable ties, fluids, sealant, etc. are not listed in the parts list. The required small parts are taken into account in the budgeting.
The following step applies to California dealers only.
Apply Proof of Correction Label (A 000 584 54 13) to area identified in Figure 1. Fill in the blank areas of the label. The “Campaign No.” for the California Proof of Correction is unique and must be entered as such (24V207), your “Dealer Code”, and the “Date” of the repair, using a black permanent marker.
Note: Clean bonding surface prior to affixing label.
The following step applies to California dealers only.
Provide the owner with the completed and signed Proof of Correction Certificate (A 000 584 42 14) (Figure 2), after you scan a completed form and attach to the RO. The recall number for the California Proof of Correction Certificate is unique and must be entered as such (24V207).
Chronology of Defect/Noncompliance Determination Supplement for ODI 24-00855-30607-10
In June 2022, MBAG initiated an investigation of field reports from customers alleging that their 167 platform vehicles displayed battery-related warnings.
Based on an initial review of these field reports, MBAG hypothesized that insufficient tightening of the ground cable connection for the 48V ground connection under the front passenger seat during production rework could have contributed to the reported warning messages. In July and September 2022, MBAG initiated plant rework campaigns to tighten the ground cable connection in potentially affected vehicles that remained in MBAG’s control.
In September 2022, during the course of its worldwide product monitoring, MBAG identified additional field reports describing issues related to the subject 48V ground connection, however from vehicles that did not undergo rework of this ground connection during production.
From October 2022 through April 2023 MBAG conducted further investigations of worldwide field reports alleging conditions that could have resulted from a loose ground connection to analyze other processes or factors that could contribute to these occurrences. Additionally, between December 2022 and March 2023, MBAG conducted internal reviews of the assembly process for the 48V ground connection under the front passenger seat as well as the process for adjusting a bolted connection in a vehicle that did not meet torque specifications based on quality control testing during production. These analyses were not able to attribute the identified occurrence to any deviation in vehicle production or rework process or other systemic failure.
From April 2023 through January 2024, MBAG expanded its investigations of factors that could cause a loosening of this 48V ground connection. Based on this investigation, MBAG hypothesized that other mechanical rework operations in the physical proximity of, but unrelated to, this component could inadvertently potentially cause reduced torque.
From January to February 2024, MBAG reviewed the field situation and tried to identify a common systemic failure mechanism relating to rework operations on the subject vehicles. Ultimately, it was not possible to identify a conclusive connection between the observed field reports and the considered rework operations.
MBAG ultimately concluded that non-systemic influences from the assembly or rework process might impact the correct bolting of the ground connection. Based on this conclusion, potentially affected vehicles were identified.
On March 8, 2024, MBAG determined that a potential safety risk in the identified vehicle population cannot be ruled out and decided to conduct a recall.
MBAG is currently aware of 31 field reports regarding this topic received between August 2, 2022 to November 20, 2023.
MBAG is not aware of any reports of property damage, fatalities, crashes or injury related to this defect.
34 Affected Products
Vehicles
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | AMG GLE53 | 2021-2024 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | AMG GLE63 S | 2021-2024 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | AMG GLS63 | 2021-2023 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | GLE350 | 2023-2024 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | GLE450 | 2020-2024 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | GLE580 | 2020-2023 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | GLS450 | 2019-2023 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | GLS580 | 2020-2023 |
| MERCEDES-MAYBACH | GLS600 | 2021-2023 |
4 Associated Documents
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-24V207-4244.PDF 219.97KB
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-24V207-5456.pdf 645.507KB
Chronology
RMISC-24V207-0115.pdf 82.754KB
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Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
RCMN-24V207-0616.pdf 140.042KB
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24V-207
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC MAR 15, 2024 NHTSA Recall No. : 24V-207 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC Address : 13470 International Parkway
Jacksonville FL 32218
Company phone : 1-877-496-3691
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 116,020 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information :
Vehicle 1 : 2023-2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Mercedes-Benz 2023-2024 GLE 350 12 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Vehicles outside of the recall population have the bolting of the ground connection according to production specifications.
Production Dates : JUN 20, 2017 – JAN 05, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2020-2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Mercedes-Benz 2020-2024 GLE 450 24,919 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Vehicles outside of the recall population have the bolting of the ground connection according to production specifications.
Production Dates : JUN 20, 2017 – JAN 05, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24V-207 Page 2 Vehicle 3 : 2020-2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Mercedes-Benz 2020-2023 GLE 580 2,084 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Vehicles outside of the recall population have the bolting of the ground connection according to production specifications.
Production Dates : JUN 20, 2017 – JAN 05, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 4 : 2019-2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Mercedes-Benz 2019-2023 GLS 450 51,723 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Vehicles outside of the recall population have the bolting of the ground connection according to production specifications.
Production Dates : JUN 20, 2017 – JAN 05, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 5 : 2020-2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Mercedes-Benz 2020-2023 GLE 580 4,243 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Vehicles outside of the recall population have the bolting of the ground connection according to production specifications.
Production Dates : JUN 20, 2017 – JAN 05, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 6 : 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS 600 Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Mercedes-Benz 2021-2023 GLS 600 1,168 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Vehicles outside of the recall population have the bolting of the ground connection according to production specifications.
Production Dates : JUN 20, 2017 – JAN 05, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24V-207 Page 3 Vehicle 7 : 2021-2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Mercedes-Benz 2021-2024 AMG GLE 53 6,444 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Vehicles outside of the recall population have the bolting of the ground connection according to production specifications.
Production Dates : JUN 20, 2017 – JAN 05, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 8 : 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS 63 Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Mercedes-Benz 2021-2023 AMG GLS 63 2,398 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Vehicles outside of the recall population have the bolting of the ground connection according to production specifications.
Production Dates : JUN 20, 2017 – JAN 05, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 9 : 2021-2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 Coupe Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Mercedes-Benz 2021-2024 AMG GLE 53 Coupe 18,747 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Vehicles outside of the recall population have the bolting of the ground connection according to production specifications.
Production Dates : JUN 20, 2017 – JAN 05, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 10 : 2021-2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Mercedes-Benz 2021-2024 AMG GLE 63 S 1,983 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Vehicles outside of the recall population have the bolting of the ground connection according to production specifications.
Production Dates : JUN 20, 2017 – JAN 05, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24V-207 Page 4 Vehicle 11 : 2021-2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S Coupe Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Mercedes-Benz 2021-2024 AMG GLE 63 S Coupe 2,299 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Vehicles outside of the recall population have the bolting of the ground connection according to production specifications.
Production Dates : JUN 20, 2017 – JAN 05, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain GLE and GLS vehicles (167 platform), the 48V ground connection under the passenger seat might have become loose.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : In this case, the ground cable lug would not be secured correctly.
Subsequently, the electric resistance of the connection might increase. In combination with the high electrical currents potentially flowing through this connection, the temperature in this area might increase. As a consequence, a risk of fire cannot be ruled out completely.
Description of the Cause : Due to deviations in the production process, the 48V ground connection under the passenger seat might have come loose during the assembly workflow. Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : Before the issue occurs, the driver will not receive a warning due to the nature of the failure mechanism.
When the issue occurs, the driver might notice warning messages in the instrument cluster relating to the 48V onboard power supply. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Hexagon Nut with Flange Component Description : Hexagon Nut with Flange Component Part Number : A0029906850 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24V-207 Page 5 Component Name 2 : Stud Component Description : Stud Component Part Number : A0009915303 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : MBAG Address : NR
NR
Country : NR Chronology :
In June 2022, MBAG initiated an investigation of field reports from customers alleging that their 167 platform vehicles displayed battery-related warnings.
Based on an initial review of these field reports, MBAG hypothesized that insufficient tightening of the ground cable connection for the 48V ground connection under the front passenger seat during production rework could have contributed to the reported warning messages. In July and September 2022, MBAG initiated plant rework campaigns to tighten the ground cable connection in potentially affected vehicles that remained in MBAG’s control.
In September 2022, during the course of its worldwide product monitoring, MBAG identified additional field reports describing issues related to the subject 48V ground connection, however from vehicles that did not undergo rework of this ground connection during production.
From October 2022 through April 2023 MBAG conducted further investigations of worldwide field reports alleging conditions that could have resulted from a loose ground connection to analyze other processes or factors that could contribute to these occurrences. Additionally, between December 2022 and March 2023, MBAG conducted internal reviews of the assembly process for the 48V ground connection under the front passenger seat as well as the process for adjusting a bolted connection in a vehicle that did not meet torque specifications based on quality control testing during production. These analyses were not able to attribute the identified occurrence to any deviation in vehicle production or rework process or other systemic failure.
From April 2023 through January 2024, MBAG expanded its investigations of factors that could cause a loosening of this 48V ground connection. Based on this investigation, MBAG hypothesized that other mechanical rework operations in the physical proximity of, but unrelated to, this component could inadvertently potentially cause reduced torque.
Please see chronology supplement. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24V-207
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will check the bolting of the ground
connection on the affected vehicles and correct it, if necessary.
Pursuant to 49 C.F.R. § 577.11, MBUSA plans to provide notice about pre- notice reimbursement to owners since some of the involved vehicles would have been previously subject to the condition described.
How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Vehicles outside of the recall population have the bolting of the ground connection according to production specifications.
Remedy Part No:
Hexagon Nut with Flange: A0029906850 Stud: A0009915303
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production :
The introduction of an additional gauge for the bolting of the ground connection ensures that the aforementioned issue can no longer occur from production date January 9, 2023 onwards. Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : Dealers will be notified of the pending voluntary recall campaign on
March 22, 2024. Owners will be notified of the voluntary recall campaign before May 14, 2024. A copy of all communications will be provided when available.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : MAR 22, 2024 – NR Planned Owner Notification Date : MAY 14, 2024 – NR
* NR – Not Reported
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IMPORTANT RECALL CAMPAIGN INFORMATION
Please see the attached documents related to the campaign listed above.
Please note that all customer inquiries should be directed to the Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES.
Sincerely,
Gregory Gunther
Senior Manager, Vehicle Compliance & Analysis
TO: Mercedes-Benz Dealer Principals, General Managers, Sales Managers, Service Managers, Parts Managers
FROM: Gregory Gunther, Senior Manager, Vehicle Compliance and Analysis, Engineering Services
RE: Recall Campaign Initial Notification
Check 48V Ground Connection on Passenger Seat
MY19-24 GLE and GLS (167 platform)
DATE: March 22, 2024
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC A Mercedes-Benz Group AG Com pany
One Mercedes-Benz Drive Sandy Springs, GA 30328 770.705.0600
News Channel Update | Vehicle Compliance & Analysis
Recall Campaign Initial Notification
March 22, 2024
Campaign No. :
NHTSA ID
Campaign Desc. :
Check 48V Ground Connection on Passenger Seat
TBA
24V207
24P2195408
This is to notify you of the new Recall Campaign to check the 48V ground connection on the passenger seat on 116,020 Model Year (“MY”) 2019-2024 GLE and GLS (167 platform) vehicles. The recall campaign will be visible on the www.NHTSA.gov website and may generate questions from customers. Affected VINs will be flagged in VMI as “PENDING” on March 22, 2024.
Background
Issue
Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain GLE and GLS (167 platform) vehicles, the 48V ground connection under the passenger seat might have become loose. In this case, the ground cable lug would not be secured correctly. Subsequently, the electric resistance of the connection might increase. In combination with the high electrical currents potentially flowing through this connection, the temperature in this area might increase. As a consequence, a risk of fire cannot be ruled out completely.
What We’re Doing
MBUSA will conduct a voluntary recall. An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will check the bolting of the ground connection on the affected vehicles and correct it, if necessary.
Parts
Remedy is not available at this time.
Vehicles Affected
Vehicle Model Year(s)
2019-2024
Vehicle Model
GLE and GLS
Vehicle Populations
Total Recall Population
116,020
Total Vehicles in Dealer Inventory
86
Given this notice, it is a violation of Federal law for a dealer to sell or lease any new vehicles in dealer inventory covered by this notification until the vehicle has been repaired. Once the remedy is available, the vehicles will be flagged as “OPEN” and Work Instructions will be available in NetStar VMI and Xentry Portal. Once the repair is complete, the vehicle may be sold or leased.
Loaner and demonstrator vehicles may continue to be driven, but must not be retailed until repaired. As a matter of normal service process, please check for other repair measures which might be applicable to the vehicle(s).
Additionally, given this notice, it is a violation of Federal Law for car rental companies to rent new vehicles covered by this notification until the vehicle has been repaired.
Next Steps/Notes
Customer Notification Timeline
Customer letters will be mailed on or before May 14, 2024.
AOMS/SOMS
AOMs – This recall may generate questions from your dealers. Please forward this notice to your dealers ASAP.
Rental Fleet Partners
This recall may affect vehicles in your fleet. Please contact your respective MBUSA fleet representative for further information and next steps. For repairs, please contact your preferred MBUSA dealer.
Customer Reimbursement
Customer reimbursement is being offered for this campaign.
While we regret any inconvenience this may cause, MBUSA is determined to maintain a high level of vehicle quality and customer satisfaction. Please refer all customer inquiries to the Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES.
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Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC A Mercedes-Benz Group AG Company
One Mercedes-Benz Drive Sandy Springs, GA 30328 770.705.0600
News Channel Update | Vehicle Compliance & Analysis
IMPORTANT RECALL CAMPAIGN UPDATE
Please see the attached documents related to the campaign listed above.
Please note that all customer inquiries should be directed to the Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FORMERCEDES.
Sincerely,
Gregory Gunther
Senior Manager, Vehicle Compliance & Analysis
TO: Mercedes-Benz Dealer Principals, General Managers,
Sales Managers, Service Managers, Parts Managers
FROM: Gregory Gunther, Senior Manager, Vehicle
Compliance and Analysis, Engineering Services
RE: Recall Campaign Launch Notification
Check 48V Ground Connection under Passenger
Seat
MY19-24 GLE and GLS (167 platform)
DATE: April 12, 2024
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC A Mercedes-Benz Group AG Company
One Mercedes-Benz Drive Sandy Springs, GA 30328 770.705.0600
News Channel Update | Vehicle Compliance & Analysis
Recall Campaign Launch Notification April 12, 2024
Campaign No. :
NHTSA ID/CA
DMV :
Campaign Desc. : Check 48V Ground Connection
2024040002 24V207 24P9190101 under Passenger Seat
This is to notify you of the Recall Campaign Launch to check the 48V ground connection under the passenger seat on 116,020 Model Year
(“MY”) 2019-2024 GLE and GLS (167 platform) vehicles. The recall campaign will be visible on the www.NHTSA.gov website and may generate
questions from customers. Affected VINs will be flagged in VMI as “OPEN” on April 12, 2024.
Background
Issue
Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain
GLE and GLS (167 platform) vehicles, the 48V ground connection under the passenger seat might
have become loose. In this case, the ground cable lug would not be secured correctly.
Subsequently, the electric resistance of the connection might increase. In combination with the
high electrical currents potentially flowing through this connection, the temperature in this area
might increase. As a consequence, a risk of fire cannot be ruled out completely.
What We’re Doing
MBUSA will conduct a voluntary recall. An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will check the
fastening of the ground connection on the affected vehicles and correct it, if necessary.
Parts The remedy is available and can be performed.
Vehicles Affected
Vehicle Model Year(s) 2019-2024
Vehicle Model GLE and GLS
Vehicle Populations
Total Recall Population 116,020
Total Vehicles in Dealer Inventory 86
Given this notice, it is a violation of Federal law for a dealer to sell or lease any new vehicles in dealer inventory covered by this
notification until the vehicle has been repaired. Once the remedy is available, the vehicles will be flagged as “OPEN” and Work
Instructions will be available in NetStar VMI and Xentry Portal. Once the repair is complete, the vehicle may be sold or leased.
Loaner and demonstrator vehicles may continue to be driven, but must not be retailed until repaired. As a matter of normal service
process, please check for other repair measures which might be applicable to the vehicle(s).
Additionally, given this notice, it is a violation of Federal Law for car rental companies to rent new vehicles covered by this
notification until the vehicle has been repaired.
Notice to California Dealers: As required by 13 CCR 2117, a proof of correction (“POC”) certificate showing that the vehicle has been
repaired under this recall must be issued by the dealer, and that such a certificate may be required by California as a condition of
vehicle re-registration or operation. Please reference this POC in the attached work instructions. Failure to complete this step may
result in fines and penalties and lead to customer dissatisfaction.
Next Steps/Notes
Customer Notification Timeline Customer letters will be mailed on approximately May 3, 2024.
AOMS/SOMS
AOMs – This recall may generate questions from your dealers. Please forward this notice to
your dealers ASAP.
Rental Fleet Partners This recall may affect vehicles in your fleet. Please contact your respective MBUSA fleet
representative for further information and next steps. For repairs, please contact your
preferred MBUSA dealer.
Customer Reimbursement Customer reimbursement is being offered for this campaign.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC A Mercedes-Benz Group AG Company
One Mercedes-Benz Drive Sandy Springs, GA 30328 770.705.0600
News Channel Update | Vehicle Compliance & Analysis
While we regret any inconvenience this may cause, MBUSA is determined to maintain a high level of vehicle quality and customer satisfaction.
Please refer all customer inquiries to the Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES.
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Campaign No. 2024040002, April 2024
TO: ALL MERCEDES-BENZ CENTERS
SUBJECT: Model GLE/GLS (167 platform)
Model Year 2019 – 2024
Check 48V Ground Connection on Passenger Seat
Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain
MY 2019-2024 GLE and GLS (167 platform) vehicles, the 48V ground connection under the
passenger seat might have become loose. In this case, the ground cable lug would not be secured
correctly. Subsequently, the electric resistance of the connection might increase. In combination
with the high electrical currents potentially flowing through this connection, the temperature in this
area might increase. As a consequence, a risk of fire cannot be ruled out completely. An authorized
Mercedes-Benz dealer will check the bolting of the ground connection on the affected vehicles and
correct it, if necessary.
Prior to performing this Campaign:
VMI must be checked before performing campaigns to verify that the campaign is required on
a specific vehicle. Always check for any other open campaigns and perform accordingly.
Please review the entire Campaign bulletin and follow the repair procedure exactly as
described.
Approximately 116,020 vehicles are affected.
Order No. P-RC-2024040002
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P-RC-2024040002
Check 48V Ground Connection on Passenger Seat
Check/Test Procedure
1. Place vehicle key outside of radio range.
2. Unscrew front passenger seat and tilt forward slightly (Figure 1).
Screw, front seat to vehicle floor: 50 Nm.
The front seat remains in the vehicle with the wiring harness connected.
For basic data, see AR91.10-P-1000ME.
Figure 1
3. Lift floor covering above ground point “W106/1” (Figure 2, A) for 48 V on-board electrical system battery.
Figure 2
A
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4. Disconnect and check screw connection of electrical wiring harness of 48 V on-board electrical system battery of
“W106/1” ground point on body (Figure 3).
Ensure 12 V on-board electrical system battery ground is still disconnected!
Inspect ground connection for traces of thermal overload or damage (Figure 4).
Figure 3
Figure 4 (not OK image)
a. If traces of thermal overload or damage are present on the wiring harness at the “W106/1” ground point:
Carry out Work Procedures A and B.
b. If traces of thermal overload or damage are not present on the wiring harness at the “W106/1” ground point:
Carry out Work Procedure B.
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Work Procedure A
1. Replace electrical wiring harness from “W106/1” ground point to 48 V on-board electrical system battery (Figure 5).
Thoroughly clean area affected by thermal overload or damage.
If the ground bolt also displays traces of thermal overload or damage, the ground bolt must be replaced.
See AR60.00-P-0100A “Attach ground point to body” (please take the bolt part number from here).
If traces of thermal overload or damage are present on the surrounding component parts, such as the floor
covering, these component parts must be replaced.
Figure 5
Work Procedure B
1. Connect electrical wiring harness of 48 V on-board electrical system battery to “W106/1” ground point.
Torque of screw connection, electrical wiring harness to “W106/1” ground point: 20 Nm.
Torque of screw connection, ground harness to 48 V on-board electrical system battery: 16 Nm.
During installation of the electrical wiring harness to the “W106/1” ground point, ensure the contact surface is clean
and free of damage at connection points.
2. Assemble in reverse order.
3. Connect XENTRY Diagnosis.
4. Perform quick test and clear fault memory.
5. Disconnect XENTRY Diagnosis.
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W106/1
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Primary Parts Information
Qty. Part Name Part Number
As required (1) Wiring Harness A 167 540 19 08
Small parts such as screws, lock nuts, sealing rings, cable ties, fluids, sealant, etc. are not listed in the parts list. The
required small parts are taken into account in the budgeting.
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Note: The following allowable labor operation should be used when submitting a warranty claim for this repair:
Warranty Information
Damage
Code
Operation
Number
Description
Labor Time
(hrs.)
91 901 01
12-2085
Check screw connection of electrical wiring harness of 48 V on-board electrical
system battery
Includes: Unfasten/fasten front seat, lift floor covering above ground point
W106/1, and carry out Work Procedure B with quick test.
0.6
12-2086** Replace wiring harness for 48 V on-board electrical system battery (after check) ZM
12-2087** Replace affected component part (after check) ZM
02-5058*
Connect/disconnect starter battery charger
(with XENTRY Diagnosis connected)
0.1
* Invoice operation item only once for each workshop order.
** Claims requiring pictures per respective OP-Code will be subject to denial
Note: Always check Xentry Operation Time (XOT) for the current OP-Code times. Labor times are subject to change
and updates may not be reflected in this document.
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The following step applies to California dealers only.
Apply Proof of Correction Label (A 000 584 54 13) to area identified in Figure 1. Fill in the blank areas of the label. The
“Campaign No.” for the California Proof of Correction is unique and must be entered as such (24V207), your “Dealer
Code”, and the “Date” of the repair, using a black permanent marker.
Note: Clean bonding surface prior to affixing label.
Figure 1
The following step applies to California dealers only.
Provide the owner with the completed and signed Proof of Correction Certificate (A 000 584 42 14) (Figure 2), after you
scan a completed form and attach to the RO. The recall number for the California Proof of Correction Certificate is unique
and must be entered as such (24V207).
Figure 2
California Proof of Correction Parts Information
Qty. Part Name Part Number
1 Proof of Correction Certificate (CA Dealers Only) A 000 584 42 14
1 Proof of Correction Label (CA Dealers Only) A 000 584 54 13
Warranty Information (California dealers please submit claim on a separate line of the same RO as the campaign)
Damage
Code
Operation
Number
Description
Labor Time
(hrs.)
212CA 00 02-0001 Apply Proof of Correction Label and completed Proof of Correction Certificate 0.1
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