The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 has two recalls, the more serious being a 48-volt electrical ground connection under the passenger seat that can overheat and start a fire.
The second recall affects the third-row seating: the seatback locks may fail in a crash, allowing the seatback to give way and leaving rear occupants without proper restraint.
At a glance
What can fail
The 48-Volt ground connection under the passenger seat may not be properly secured, which can cause it to overheat.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and tighten the 48-Volt ground connection as needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The locks securing the third-row seatbacks may fail during a crash due to a manufacturing error, potentially allowing the seatbacks to move unexpectedly.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the third-row seatback as needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
