The 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 has 7 recalls, the most serious being a corroding front axle carrier that can fail and cause a complete loss of steering control.
The driver-side window airbag may not have been mounted correctly at the lower A-pillar, which means it might not deploy properly in a crash and could allow an occupant to be ejected. The tailgate's side spoilers may also be improperly installed and can detach while driving, leaving debris in the road for other vehicles.
Two separate recalls address rear visibility: the rearview camera can fail to display an image or show a black screen due to software faults in the multimedia system, leaving the driver without a rear view when reversing. On the communications side, the vehicle's automatic emergency call system has two related issues covered by separate recalls: it can fail to reach the emergency call center at all, or it can transmit the wrong location to first responders after a crash, either of which delays emergency response.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error in the communication module's SIM card can prevent mobile network connection, which disables the emergency call (eCall) system.
What the fix does
The communication module software will be updated at no cost through an over-the-air update or by a dealer.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error prevents the rearview camera from displaying the backup image on the screen.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the rearview camera software at no cost to restore the backup image display.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The integral carrier supporting the front axle may corrode and fail, potentially affecting vehicle handling.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the integral carrier and replace it if necessary at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver-side window air bag may not be properly secured to the A-pillar, potentially failing to deploy correctly in a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and repair the driver-side window air bag mounting at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The MBUX multimedia system software may cause the display to go black or restart after startup, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying properly.
What the fix does
A dealer will update the multimedia system software, or you can receive the update over-the-air, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The side spoilers attached to the tailgate may not be properly installed, which could cause them to come loose and detach from the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the side spoilers and replace them if needed, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The communication module software may fail to send your vehicle's correct location to emergency services when the eCall system activates during a crash.
What the fix does
A dealer will update the communication module software, or the update will be sent over-the-air, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
