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🧸 Product DE EE FR LU PT May 22, 2020

Mercedes-Benz — GLE, GLS

Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Injuries
Category
Motor vehicles

Hazard: The welds on the rear cross-beam may not be sufficiently strong and could break. As a result, the cross-beam may become detached from the vehicle during a towing operation, increasing the risk of an accident.

Origin
Germany

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  • Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
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117 days in total
May 17, 2026 September 11, 2026
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What is this? This is about some Mercedes-Benz cars (GLE and GLS models). A part called the rear cross-beam may not be welded strongly enough.

What's happening? The weak weld could break. If it does, the beam might fall off while the car is towing something. This could cause an accident.

Does this affect me? If you own or drive a GLE or GLS made in Germany, you may be at risk.

What should I do? Stop using the car for towing. Ask a Mercedes dealer or your mechanic to check the welds. Talk to them before driving again.

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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The welds on the rear cross-beam may not be sufficiently strong and could break. As a result, the cross-beam may become detached from the vehicle during a towing operation, increasing the risk of an accident. · Origin: Germany

First published
May 22, 2020
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10001218

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What is this product recall alert about?
Mercedes-Benz — GLE, GLS. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The welds on the rear cross-beam may not be sufficiently strong and could break. As a result, the cross-beam may become detached from the vehicle during a towing operation, increasing the risk of an a...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 22, 2020 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to the following countries: Germany, Estonia, France, Luxembourg, and Portugal.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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