RecallPulseUpdated Oct 9, 2026

2025–2026 Mercedes Benz AMG GLE53 4MATIC, Mercedes Benz AMG GLE63 S 4MATIC, Mercedes Benz AMG GLS63 4MATIC +more: Air Bags recall

NHTSA campaign 26V199000 · 932 units potentially affected · filed Mar 27, 2026

What's wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2026 GLE 350 4MATIC, GLE 450 4MATIC, GLE 350, GLE 580 4MATIC, GLS 580 4MATIC, GLE 450 E 4MATIC, AMG GLE53 4MATIC, AMG GLS63 4MATIC, AMG GLE63 S 4MATIC, GLS 450 4MATIC, and GLS 600 4MATIC vehicles. The passenger air bag fabric may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended.

Why it matters

Air bags that do not deploy as intended during a crash increase the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 3, 2026.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
26V199000
Manufacturer no.
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Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Component
AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL:CUSHION
Units affected
932
Report received
Mar 27, 2026
Owner letters
Jun 12, 2026
Type
Vehicle

Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.

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