Campaign 22V-314

Level sensor linkage on the rear axle might not have been installed properly, which could affect the headlight leveling function

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLB 250 vehicles. The level sensor linkage on the rear axle might not have been installed properly, which could affect the headlight leveling function. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022050011.

Consequence

Improperly leveled headlights may project a glare, which can impact other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair the level sensor linkage, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 10, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 22V314000. Text as published by NHTSA.

Vehicles covered

One product line is covered

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA about suspension on these vehicles: 4, of which 0 involved a crash, fire, injury or death. Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Vehicles covered by campaign 22V-314
Make	Model	Model years	Complaints on this component
Mercedes-Benz	GLB 250	2021	4

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls and complaints files. Equipment, tire and child-seat campaigns list products, not vehicles.

Investigation

No NHTSA investigation is linked to this recall

Most recalls are started by the manufacturer. This one lists "Manufacturer" as its origin.

Before the recall

1 service bulletin on this component came first

Distinct manufacturer communications on the same component group, make, model and model year in the 24 months before the report date.

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications file.

Service bulletins

20V-329 Jun 5, 2020
Sealing of the piston assembly in the front struts and rear shock absorbers may leak and fail prematurely
18V-272 Apr 27, 2018
In certain driving conditions, if the oil level in the ACS reservoir is below the minimum level, the oil may foam and leak out of the vent holes…
17V-081 Feb 8, 2017
In the affected vehicles, the bolt that connects the upper control arm and the axle stub may not have been properly tightened
16V-306 May 16, 2016
In the affected vehicles, improperly manufactured lock nuts may have been used on the rear wheel tie rod connection, and as a result, the rear…
12V-264 Jun 12, 2012
Connecting rod for the load leveling rear suspension system may fail
08V-608 Nov 24, 2008
Radial knuckle of the front strut may fail