Connectors/plugs: accesory power outlet/jack/port/usb/sae/cigarette lighterRecall 21V-526 · 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall 21V-526 covers 1,690 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 for a connectors/plugs: accesory power outlet/jack/port/usb/sae/cigarette lighter problem, reported to NHTSA on July 12, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q2) shows 96% of affected vehicles repaired.

96%
Vehicles repaired1,622 of 1,690 · 2023 Q2
Vehicles affected1,6901 model
ReportedJul 12, 2021Owners notified Sep 3, 2021
Complaints since6Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 21V526000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB 250 vehicles. The accessory power outlet for the second-row seating may have excessive voltage due to an incorrect voltage converter socket.

The risk

Excessive voltage through the accessory power outlet to a connected device can increase the risk of a fire.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the voltage converter, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021080005.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

96%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2021 Q32023 Q2
1 model

Vehicles in this recall