Fastening of Rear Door Trim Bar – 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class & GLS-Class

October 4, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V709000

Rear Door Window Trim May Detach

The detached trim can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V709

Manufacturer Mercedes-BenzeBay logo USA, LLC.

Components STRUCTURE

Potential Number of Units Affected 13,799

 

Summary

Mercedes-BenzeBay logo USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLE350, GLE350 4MATIC, GLE450 4MATIC, GLS450 4MATIC, and GLS580 4MATIC vehicles. The rear door window trim may detach.

 

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and fasten the rear door window trim, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA’s number for this recall is 2019100011.

 

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.safercar.gov.

 

Check if your Mercedes-Benz has a Recall

 


TO: Mercedes-BenzeBay logo Dealer Principals, General Managers, Sales Managers, Service Managers, Parts ManagersFROM: Gregory Gunther, Department Manager, Vehicle Compliance and Analysis, Engineering Services
RE: Recall Campaign Launch Notification
Fastening of Rear Door Trim Bar
MY20 GLE-Class (167 platform) and GLS-Class (X167 platform)
DATE: October 25, 2019

 

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-FOR-MERCEDES.

 

 

Sincerely, Gregory Gunther

Department Manager, Vehicle Compliance & Analysis


Recall Campaign Launch NotificationOctober 25, 2019
Campaign No. :NHTSA IDCampaign Desc. :Fastening of Rear Door Trim Bar
201910001119V70919P6792001
This is to notify you of a Recall Campaign Launch regarding the rear door trim bar on 13,797 Model Year (โ€œMYโ€) 2020 GLE-Class and GLS-Class (167 platform) vehicles. The recall campaign will be visible on the www.safercar.gov website and may generate questions from customers.

Affected VINs will be flagged in VMI as โ€œOPENโ€ on October 25, 2019.

Background
IssueDaimler AG (โ€œDAGโ€), the manufacturer of Mercedes-BenzeBay logo vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (โ€œMYโ€) 2020 GLE-Class (167 platform) and GLS-Class (X167 platform) vehicles, the fastening of the rear door window trim bars might not meet current production specifications.

Under certain driving conditions, the trim bar might separate from the vehicle while driving. This might pose a risk of injury to other road users and increase the risk of a crash.

What Weโ€™re DoingMBUSA will conduct a voluntary recall. An authorized Mercedes-BenzeBay logo dealer will check the fastening of the rear door window trim bars and rework them, if necessary.
PartsParts are available and can be ordered as necessary. Dealers will be allocated an initial parts supply to help expedite repairs.
Vehicles Affected
Vehicle Model Year(s)2020
Vehicle ModelGLE-Class, GLS-Class
Vehicle Populations
Total Recall Population13,797
Total Vehicles in Dealer Inventory1,194
Given this notice, it is a violation of Federal law for a dealer to sell or lease any new MY20 GLE-Class and GLS-Class 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 โ€œOPENโ€ and Work Instructions will be available in Star TekInfo. 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 MY20 GLE-Class and GLS-Class vehicles covered by this notification until the vehicle has been repaired.

Next Steps/Notes
Customer Notification TimelineCustomer letters will be mailed approximately one week after the remedy becomes available.
AOMS/SOMSAOMs โ€“ 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.
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.

 


Campaign No. 2019100011, October 2019

 

TO:ALL MERCEDES-BENZeBay logo CENTERS
SUBJECT:Model GLE-Class (167 platform) and GLS-Class (X167 platform)
Model Year 2020
Check window divider on right and left rear doors, Rework if necessary.

 

Daimler AG (โ€œDAGโ€), the manufacturer of Mercedes-BenzeBay logo vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (โ€œMYโ€) 2020 GLE-Class (167 platform) and GLS-Class (X167 platform) vehicles, the fastening of the rear door window trim bars might not meet current production specifications. Under certain driving conditions, the trim bar might separate from the vehicle while driving. This might pose a risk of injury to other road users and increase the risk of a crash. An authorized Mercedes-BenzeBay logo dealer will check the fastening of the rear door window trim bars and rework them, if necessary.

 

Prior to performing this Recall Campaign:

  • Please check VMI to determine if the vehicle is involved in the Campaign and if it has been previously repaired. Always Check VMI for any open campaigns, and perform accordingly.
  • Please review the entire Recall Campaign bulletin and follow the repair procedure exactly as described.

 

Please note that Recall Campaigns do not expire and may also be performed on a vehicle with a vehicle status indicator.

 

Approximately 13,797 vehicles are involved.

 

Order No. P-RC-2019100011


 

Test Procedure

 

  1. Lower side window on right and left rear door.
  2. Check window divider (A, figure 1) on right and left for tight seating.

To do so, grasp the window divider in the upper area by hand (figure 1) and support with the thumb on the fixed window (figure 2). After this, carefully pull the window divider to the outside with minor force.

The window divider should not detach due to the minor force. Ensure that there is at least a 1mm clearance between the chrome trim strip (B, Figure 2) and window divider (A, Figure 2), and that the window divider does not jam under the chrome trim strip of the window frame (B). If the window divider jams under the chrome strip, the test results in a false positive.

window divider

Figure 1 &  Figure 2

 

    1. Window divider (A) detaches due to slight tractive force: Carry out work procedure.
    2. Window divider (A) does not loosen due to slight tractive force: End measure.

The inspection scope findings must be recorded in writing on the work order

 

Work Procedure

 

  1. Insert spacers (C, figure 3) into clips 1 to 5 (counted from above).

Pay attention to the correct position of the spacers. Ensure that the spacer is fully inserted.

Insert spacers

Figure 3

 

 

  1. Assemble in reverse order.

 

Primary Parts Information 

Qty.Part NamePart NumberEstimated Replacement Rate
1*SpacerA 000 988 33 0074%

 

* 1 Packaging unit comprises 10 pieces

 

Warranty Information With Check

Operation: Check window divider on left and right rear doors (02-1547)

Damage CodeOperation NumberLabor Time (hrs.)
67 920 01 802-15470.1

 

With Check and Repair

Operation: Check window divider on left and right rear doors (02-1547) Rework window divider on rear door (02-1548)

Damage CodeOperation NumberLabor Time (hrs.)
67 920 01 702-15470.1
02-1548*0.1

 

*This operation can be used once per side as required

 

Note

Small parts such as screws, stop nuts, sealing rings, cable ties, fluids, sealants, etc. are not listed in the parts list. The required small parts (per WIS) are taken into account in the budgeting and can be claimed.

 

Note

Operation Number labor times are subject to change.

 

P-RC-2019100011

 


IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL 2019100011
This notice applies to your vehicle, VIN:
Fastening of Rear Door Trim Bar
NHTSA Recall # 19V709

 

November, 2019

  • A remedy is available for your vehicle.
  • Schedule an appointment with your authorized Mercedes-BenzeBay logo dealer as soon as possible.
  • This repair will be provided free of charge.

 

Dear Mercedes-BenzeBay logo Owner:

This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.

Mercedes-BenzeBay logo AG (โ€œMBAGโ€), the manufacturer of Mercedes-BenzeBay logo vehicles, has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain Model Year (โ€œMYโ€) 2020 GLE-Class and GLS-Class vehicles. Our records indicate that your vehicle is included in the affected population of vehicles.

What is the CONCERN?MBAG determined that on certain MY 2020 GLE-Class (167 platform) and GLS-Class (X167 platform) vehicles, the fastening of the rear door window trim bars might not meet current production specifications. Under certain driving conditions, the trim bar might separate from the vehicle while driving. This might pose a risk of injury to other road users and increase the risk of a crash.
What will your DEALER DO?An authorized Mercedes-BenzeBay logo dealer will check the fastening of the rear door window trim bars and rework them, if necessary. This service will be provided free of charge. We are dedicated to always delivering the best customer experience, and respect for your time is a top priority. While the minimum repair time can be up to 30 minutes, your dealer can provide you with a better estimate of the overall time for this service visit. As a matter of normal service process, an authorized Mercedes- Benz dealer will also check for other repair measures which might be applicable to your vehicle and this may increase the required working time.
What should YOU DO? For additional information and to schedule an appointment, please contact your preferred authorized Mercedes-BenzeBay logo dealer at your earliest convenience. To locate authorized dealers see www.mbusa.com/recall.  Please  mention  you  are  scheduling  an  appointment  to  check  the fastening of the rear door trim bar under Recall Campaign #2019100011.

You may be asked for your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) which for your convenience is located above your name at the top of this letter.

Information for Owners In the event that you are no longer the vehicle owner, or have had a change of address, please complete the reverse side and return the updated information in the enclosed envelope.

If this is a leased vehicle and the lessor and registered owner receive this notice, please forward this information by first class mail to the lessee within 10 business days to comply with Federal Regulations.

 

To find the most convenient authorized Mercedes-BenzeBay logo dealer from your smartphone, scan the QR code to the left.

 

A VIN-based recall lookup tool on our MBUSA.com website now offers a search feature that will indicate whether a vehicle has been subject to a safety recall, and whether that vehicle has had the free remedy performed. See wwwPub.mbusa.com/recall. Should you have any questions or encounter any difficulty regarding this Recall Campaign, please contact an authorized Mercedes-BenzeBay logo dealer. If for any reason a dealer is unable to remedy your situation, we are always happy to hear from you. Please contact us at 1-(800) FOR- MERCEDES (1-800-367-6372).

If an authorized Mercedes-BenzeBay logo dealer for any reason is unable to remedy the situation without charge, or within a reasonable amount of time, pursuant to law 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301, you may submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E., Washington, D.C. 20590 or call the toll-free Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153); or go to https://www.safercar.gov.

We apologize for any inconvenience this situation may cause you.

 

Sincerely,

 

Mercedes-BenzeBay logo  USA, LLC
A Daimler Company
One Mercedes-BenzeBay logo Drive
Sandy Springs, GA 30328
Phone (770) 705-0600

 

IMPORTANT VIN:

If for any reason YOU NO LONGER OWN THIS VEHICLE OR have a CHANGE OF ADDRESS, please COMPLETE THE SECTION BELOW, place in the ENCLOSED ENVELOPE, and DROP IN ANY MAIL BOX. If possible, provide the name and address of the present owner so that we may contact them.

 


TO: Mercedes-BenzeBay logo Dealer Principals, General Managers, Sales Managers, Service Managers, Parts ManagersFROM: Gregory Gunther, Department Manager, Vehicle Compliance and Analysis, Engineering Services
RE: Recall Campaign Initial Notification
Fastening of Rear Door Trim Bar
MY20 GLE-Class (167 platform) and GLS-Class (X167 platform)
DATE: October 16, 2019

 

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

Department Manager, Vehicle Compliance & Analysis


Campaign No. :NHTSA IDCampaign Desc. :Fastening of Rear Door Trim Bar
TBA19V709PEND 167 RTRIM BAR
This is to notify you of a new Recall Campaign regarding the rear door trim bar on 13,799 Model Year (โ€œMYโ€) 2020 GLE-Class and GLS-Class (167 platform) vehicles. The recall campaign will be visible on the www.safercar.gov website and may generate questions from customers.

Affected VINs will be flagged in VMI as โ€œPENDINGโ€ on October 16, 2019.

Background
IssueDaimler AG (โ€œDAGโ€), the manufacturer of Mercedes-BenzeBay logo vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (โ€œMYโ€) 2020 GLE-Class (167 platform) and GLS-Class (X167 platform) vehicles, the fastening of the rear door window trim bars might not meet current production

specifications. Under certain driving conditions, the trim bar might separate from the vehicle while driving. This might pose a risk of injury to other road users and increase the risk of a crash.

What Weโ€™re DoingMBUSA will conduct a voluntary recall. An authorized Mercedes-BenzeBay logo dealer will check the fastening of the rear door window trim bars and rework them, if necessary.
PartsA remedy is not yet available. An additional notification will be sent once a remedy is available.
Vehicles Affected
Vehicle Model Year(s)2020
Vehicle ModelGLE-Class, GLS-Class
Vehicle Populations
Total Recall Population13,799
Total Vehicles in Dealer Inventory1,089
Given this notice, it is a violation of Federal law for a dealer to sell or lease any new MY20 GLE-Class and GLS-Class 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 โ€œOPENโ€ and Work Instructions will be available in Star TekInfo. 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.

Additionally, given this notice, it is a violation of Federal Law for car rental companies to rent new MY20 GLE-Class and GLS-Class vehicles covered by this notification until the vehicle has been repaired.

Next Steps/Notes
Customer Notification TimelineCustomer letters will be mailed approximately one week after the remedy becomes available.
AOMS/SOMSAOMs โ€“ This recall may generate questions from your dealers. Please forward this notice to your dealers ASAP.
Rental Fleet PartnersThis 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.
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.


4 Affected Products

Vehicles

MAKEMODELYEAR
MERCEDES BENZeBay logoGLE3502020
MERCEDES BENZeBay logoGLS4502020
MERCEDES BENZeBay logoGLS5802020
MERCEDES-BENZeBay logoGLE4502020

 


14 Associated Documents

Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2020-1

RCLQRT-19V709-4408.PDF 211.247KB

 


Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2019-4

RCLQRT-19V709-2446.PDF 211.143KB

 


Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2020-2

RCLQRT-19V709-4964.PDF 211.336KB

 


ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)

RCONL-19V709-9828.pdf 181.298KB

 


Recall 573 Report – Amendment 2

RCLRPT-19V709-4857.PDF 217.213KB

 


Recall 573 Report – Amendment 3

RCLRPT-19V709-8033.PDF 217.202KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Fastening of Rear Door Trim Bar 10/25/19

RCMN-19V709-2175.pdf 386.915KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Notification re Recall Campaign Initial Notification Fastening of Rear Door Trim Bar MY20 GLE-Class (167 platform) and GLS-Class (X167 platform) dated 10-16-19.

RCMN-19V709-9959.pdf 170.06KB

 


Remedy Instructions and TSB

RCRIT-19V709-1757.pdf 224.028KB

 


Recall Acknowledgement

RCAK-19V709-5240.pdf 296.475KB

 


Recall 573 Report – Amendment 4

RCLRPT-19V709-4860.PDF 217.221KB

 


Defect Notice 573 Report

RCLRPT-19V709-3478.PDF 217.199KB

 


Defect Notice 573 Report

RCLRPT-19V709-4261.PDF 217.2KB

 


Recall 573 Report – Amendment 1

RCLRPT-19V709-4048.PDF 217.199KB

 


Latest Recalls Documents

https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/documentList.xhtml?docId=19V709&docType=RCL

 


 

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