2023–2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG Eqe 53 4MATIC, Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 4MATIC Coupe, Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 S E +more: Steering recall
NHTSA campaign 25V533000 · 3,749 units potentially affected · filed Aug 20, 2025
What's wrong
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.
Why it matters
A loose steering coupling can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V533000
- Manufacturer no.
- —
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
- Component
- STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Units affected
- 3,749
- Report received
- Aug 20, 2025
- Owner letters
- Oct 6, 2025
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Mercedes-Benz AMG Eqe 53 4MATIC 2023, 2024
- Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 4MATIC Coupe 2024, 2025
- Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 S E 2025
- Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 S E 4MATIC+ Coupe 2025
- Mercedes-Benz Eqe 350 4MATIC 2023, 2024, 2025
- Mercedes-Benz Eqe 350+ 2025
- Mercedes-Benz Eqe 500 4MATIC 2023, 2024
- Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
- Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
- Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC Coupe 2024, 2025, 2026
- Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E 4MATIC 2025
- Mercedes-Benz Redundant AMG GLC43 4MATIC 2024, 2025
- Mercedes-Benz Redundant Eqe 350 2024
- Mercedes-Benz Redundant Eqe 350 4MATIC 2023