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Campaign 25V-533

Steering coupling bolt may have been improperly tightened, allowing the steering coupling to loosen from the steering rack

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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.

Consequence

A loose steering coupling can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 25V533000. Text as published by NHTSA.
Vehicles covered

14 product lines are covered

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA about steering on these vehicles: 6, of which 1 involved a crash, fire, injury or death. Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Vehicles covered by campaign 25V-533
MakeModelModel yearsComplaints on this component
Mercedes-BenzAMG EQE 53 4MATIC2023 to 20240
Mercedes-BenzAMG GLC43 4MATIC Coupe2024 to 20250
Mercedes-BenzAMG GLC63 S E20250
Mercedes-BenzAMG GLC63 S E 4MATIC+ Coupe20250
Mercedes-BenzEQE 350 4MATIC2023 to 20252
Mercedes-BenzEQE 350+20250
Mercedes-BenzEQE 500 4MATIC2023 to 20240
Mercedes-BenzGLC 3002023 to 20263
Mercedes-BenzGLC 300 4MATIC2023 to 20260
Mercedes-BenzGLC 300 4MATIC Coupe2024 to 20260
Mercedes-BenzGLC 350 E 4MATIC20251
Mercedes-BenzRedundant AMG GLC43 4MATIC2024 to 20250
Mercedes-BenzRedundant EQE 35020240
Mercedes-BenzRedundant EQE 350 4MATIC20230
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls and complaints files. Equipment, tire and child-seat campaigns list products, not vehicles.