Steering: critical fastenersRecall 25V-533 · Mercedes-Benz vehicles
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall 25V-533 covers 3,749 Mercedes-Benz vehicles for a steering: critical fasteners problem, reported to NHTSA on August 20, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 91% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V533000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2026 EQE and GLC vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The steering coupling bolt may have been improperly tightened, allowing the steering coupling to loosen from the steering rack.
The risk
A loose steering coupling can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will tighten the steering coupling bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
91%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from May 11, 2022 to July 1, 2025. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.