SteeringRecall 21V-990 · Mercedes-Benz vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall 21V-990 covers 38,312 Mercedes-Benz vehicles for a steering problem, reported to NHTSA on December 17, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q2) shows 91% of affected vehicles repaired.

91%
Vehicles repaired34,729 of 38,312 · 2024 Q2
Vehicles affected38,3123 models
ReportedDec 17, 2021Owners notified Jul 29, 2022
Complaints since12Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 21V990000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLB35, 2019-2020 A220, and 2020 GLB250 vehicles. The integral carrier that supports the front axle may corrode, causing it to fail.

The risk

Front axle carrier failure may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the integral carrier, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022070009.

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

91%repaired

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

0%50%100%2022 Q32024 Q2