Recall 25V533000
NHTSA safety recall campaign 25V533000. Component: STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS. 3,749 units potentially affected.
Risk Summary (Consequence)
A loose steering coupling can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Defect Summary
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.
Remedy
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.
Key Dates
Affected Vehicles
Other MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC Recalls
Recent campaigns from the same manufacturer (last 3 years)
Recent MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC Recalls
| Campaign | Report Date | Component | Makes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V199000 | Mar 27, 2026 | AIR BAGS | MERCEDES BENZ, MERCEDES-BENZ, MERCEDES-MAYBACH | 932 |
| 26V198000 | Mar 27, 2026 | WHEELS | MERCEDES-BENZ | 3,734 |
| 26V172000 | Mar 20, 2026 | SEAT BELTS | MERCEDES-BENZ | 20 |
| 26V134000 | Mar 6, 2026 | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | MERCEDES-BENZ | 10 |
| 26V073000 | Feb 6, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY | MERCEDES-BENZ | 11,895 |
| 25V894000 | Dec 19, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY | MERCEDES-BENZ | 169 |
| 25V864000 | Dec 12, 2025 | SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER | MERCEDES-BENZ | 82 |
| 25V865000 | Dec 12, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | MERCEDES-BENZ | 117 |
| 25V830000 | Dec 1, 2025 | BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT | MERCEDES-BENZ | 1,899 |
| 25V711000 | Oct 17, 2025 | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR | MERCEDES-BENZ | 12 |
Recalls Affecting the Same Makes
Campaigns touching MERCEDES-BENZ from other manufacturers (last 3 years)
Same-Make Recall Activity
| Campaign | Report Date | Manufacturer | Component | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V099000 | Feb 20, 2026 | DAIMLER VANS USA, LLC | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 117 |
| 26V070000 | Feb 6, 2026 | DAIMLER VANS USA, LLC | AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE | 52,356 |
| 26V063000 | Feb 4, 2026 | DAIMLER COACHES NORTH AMERICA | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH | 51 |
| 25V725000 | Oct 24, 2025 | DAIMLER VANS USA, LLC | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 366 |
| 25V712000 | Oct 17, 2025 | DAIMLER VANS USA, LLC | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR | 16 |
| 25V609000 | Sep 12, 2025 | DAIMLER VANS USA, LLC | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 4 |
| 25V463000 | Jul 11, 2025 | DAIMLER VANS USA, LLC | BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA | 43,422 |
| 25V144000 | Mar 5, 2025 | DAIMLER COACHES NORTH AMERICA | SEATS | 162 |
| 25V135000 | Feb 28, 2025 | DAIMLER VANS USA, LLC | PARKING BRAKE | 88 |
| 25V090000 | Feb 14, 2025 | DAIMLER VANS USA, LLC | PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE | 689 |
How to Act on This Recall
- Owners: Contact your authorized dealer to schedule the remedy at no cost. Remedy is covered under 49 U.S.C. 30120.
- Fleets: Use the Fleet Recall Checker to scan your VIN list against this and other open campaigns.
- Looking up a specific VIN? Check VIN against NHTSA for open recalls on that vehicle.
- NHTSA contact: Vehicle Safety Hotline 1-888-327-4236.