Last update 16. 02. 2024
67 recalls for 21 Mercedes-Benz models in 2021
Mercedes-Benz has announced 67 recalls in 2021 through the Rapex system, affecting 21 of its models.
The most recalled Mercedes model in 2021 was the Sprinter van. Two of the eleven recalls concerned its electric eSprinter version, similar to the smaller Vito van.
Nine recalls were issued for Mercedes’ flagship S-Class. Only one less for the popular GLC SUV and the C-Class. The order continues with the E-Class with seven and the A-Class with six recalls.
Towards the end of the year, there was news about an upcoming significant action by Mercedes over a faulty EGR valve for almost 850,000 cars. This recall does not yet appear in the Rapex system and is therefore not counted in the 2021 statistics. Information about it can be found in the link to the article below.
All the recalls, sorted by model, are listed in the tables below.
We have written about some of the faults in the following articles.
- Nearly 850,000 Mercedes diesels at risk of fire due to faulty EGR valve
- Mercedes-Benz recalls nearly 115,000 older cars for software manipulation
- Mercedes and Jeep recall tens of thousands of cars over fire risk (week 20/21)
- Mercedes recalls almost 290,000 cars due to the risk of fire (week 10/21)
Mercedes-Benz recalls in 2021 by model
Mercedes-Benz A-Class
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2019) | 27/07/2021 | One of the lateral crash sensors is not attached correctly and may not record correct values in the event of... |
| Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2016 – 2017) | 21/06/2021 | A borehole in the universal joint on the steering shaft may have an incorrect size. As a result, there could... |
| Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2012 – 2020) | 31/05/2021 | The polycarbonate roof panel located between the windscreen and the panoramic roof may not have been bonded correctly to the... |
| Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2019) | 01/05/2021 | The air-conditioning system’s condensed-water drainage hose may be blocked, which may cause water to enter the vehicle’s interior. Consequently, any... |
| Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2020) | 18/04/2021 | The right-hand bracket on the right-hand rear seat designed to attach the child seat to the ISOFIX anchor point may... |
| Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2020) | 16/01/2021 | The bolts on the cross-member or the coupling device may not have been tightened with the correct torque. As a... |
✅ All A-Class recalls
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT (2020) | 04/10/2021 | The electrical connector of the side-impact sensors might not be correctly latched and could become detached. This would lead to... |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT (2018 – 2020) | 06/06/2021 | Due to a defective screw connection, the starter motor positive cable may become damaged by the relative movements of the... |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT (2018 – 2020) | 20/02/2021 | The latches of the wheel-hub caps may not be able to withstand the stress while the vehicle is being driven.... |
✅ All AMG GT recalls
Mercedes-Benz B-Class
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz B-Class (2016 – 2017) | 21/06/2021 | A borehole in the universal joint on the steering shaft may have an incorrect size. As a result, there could... |
| Mercedes-Benz B-Class (2018) | 31/05/2021 | The front seats may not be sufficiently stable. As a result, the seat and its occupant could move more than... |
| Mercedes-Benz B-Class (2019) | 01/05/2021 | The air-conditioning system’s condensed-water drainage hose may be blocked, which may cause water to enter the vehicle’s interior. Consequently, any... |
✅ All B-Class recalls
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2018 – 2021) | 13/11/2021 | The belt tensioner arm may have been manufactured with a borderline tolerance, which could cause one side of the V-ribbed... |
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class PHEV (2020) | 16/08/2021 | The high-voltage battery might not be correctly screwed to the body of the vehicle in the boot area. As a... |
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class Cabriolet (2021) | 19/06/2021 | The rear headrests might not have been attached correctly. As a result, they could become displaced or detached from the... |
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2012 – 2020) | 31/05/2021 | The polycarbonate roof panel located between the windscreen and the panoramic roof may not have been bonded correctly to the... |
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2016 – 2020) | 22/05/2021 | Faulty connection of the inerting system’s gas pipes could impair the intended distribution of argon shielding gas to the points... |
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2014 – 2018) | 12/03/2021 | The maximum permissible operating temperature of individual diodes on the alternator rectifier bridge could be exceeded and the diodes could... |
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2019 – 2020) | 13/02/2021 | The wiring harness for the steering control device may have been damaged during the production process and can allow moisture... |
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2019 – 2020) | 08/02/2021 | Due to delivery of the wrong complete winter tyre kit, clients/garages may have installed a wheel-tyre-combination which is not authorised... |
✅ All C-Class recalls
Mercedes-Benz Citan
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz Citan (2015 – 2020) | 23/04/2021 | Moisture may ingress into the wiring harness for the rear-view camera system. As a result, the rear hatch mechanism may... |
| Mercedes-Benz Citan (2018 – 2019) | 11/04/2021 | The fuel line may be installed incorrectly. As a result, it could become damaged, leading to an increased risk of... |
✅ All Citan’s recalls
Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz CLA (2019) | 27/07/2021 | One of the lateral crash sensors is not attached correctly and may not record correct values in the event of... |
| Mercedes-Benz CLA (2016 – 2017) | 21/06/2021 | A borehole in the universal joint on the steering shaft may have an incorrect size. As a result, there could... |
| Mercedes-Benz CLA (2012 – 2020) | 31/05/2021 | The polycarbonate roof panel located between the windscreen and the panoramic roof may not have been bonded correctly to the... |
| Mercedes-Benz CLA (2020) | 18/04/2021 | The right-hand bracket on the right-hand rear seat designed to attach the child seat to the ISOFIX anchor point may... |
✅ All CLA’s recalls
Mercedes-Benz CLS
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz CLS (2021) | 28/11/2021 | The mounting screws of the disc brake callipers on the front axle may not be in line with specifications. As... |
| Mercedes-Benz CLS (2020) | 04/10/2021 | The electrical connector of the side-impact sensors might not be correctly latched and could become detached. This would lead to... |
| Mercedes-Benz CLS (2018) | 11/05/2021 | Cracks could occur in the high-pressure lines between the fuel rail and the injectors. As a result, diesel fuel could... |
✅ All CLS’s recalls
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2021) | 28/11/2021 | The mounting screws of the disc brake callipers on the front axle may not be in line with specifications. As... |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2018 – 2021) | 13/11/2021 | The belt tensioner arm may have been manufactured with a borderline tolerance, which could cause one side of the V-ribbed... |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2020) | 04/10/2021 | The electrical connector of the side-impact sensors might not be correctly latched and could become detached. This would lead to... |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2019 – 2020) | 12/07/2021 | The software and hardware of the parking assistance system may be defective. This could lead to the rear camera view... |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet (2021) | 19/06/2021 | The rear headrests might not have been attached correctly. As a result, they could become displaced or detached from the... |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2017 – 2020) | 06/06/2021 | Due to a defective screw connection, the starter motor positive cable may become damaged by the relative movements of the... |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2018) | 11/05/2021 | Cracks could occur in the high-pressure lines between the fuel rail and the injectors. As a result, diesel fuel could... |
✅ All E-Class recalls
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2021) | 28/11/2021 | The mounting screws of the disc brake callipers on the front axle may not be in line with specifications. As... |
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2020) | 04/10/2021 | The electrical connector of the side-impact sensors might not be correctly latched and could become detached. This would lead to... |
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2019 – 2020) | 02/10/2021 | The middle fold-down rear headrest may not be correctly locked into the in-use position. This could impair its protective effect,... |
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2021) | 26/09/2021 | The fuel tank may not be leak-proof. As a result, fuel could escape and leak onto the road, posing a... |
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2020 – 2021) | 18/09/2021 | Due to defective fixing, the electrical connection between the 48V or 12V wiring harness and the support point may be... |
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2020 – 2021) | 07/09/2021 | The screw connection of an electrical connector at the pre-fuse box in the passenger footwell may be defective, which could... |
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2021) | 26/06/2021 | The latching of the fuel delivery module to the fuel tank may be defective and could be released while the... |
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2012 – 2020) | 31/05/2021 | The polycarbonate roof panel located between the windscreen and the panoramic roof may not have been bonded correctly to the... |
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2020) | 13/02/2021 | The internal tie rods used for the front axle steering may not have been intended for the type of vehicle,... |
✅ All S-Class recalls
Mercedes-Benz EQC
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz EQC (2019 – 2020) | 06/12/2021 | Mercedes-Benz AG has found that, in certain EQC (BR 293) vehicles, the wiring harness for the electric steering may have... |
| Mercedes-Benz EQC (2020) | 04/10/2021 | The electrical connector of the side-impact sensors might not be correctly latched and could become detached. This would lead to... |
| Mercedes-Benz EQC (2019) | 09/07/2021 | The housing of the high voltage battery may corrode due to inadequate corrosion protection. As a result, moisture could penetrate... |
| Mercedes-Benz EQC (2019 – 2020) | 13/02/2021 | The wiring harness for the steering control device may have been damaged during the production process and can allow moisture... |
✅ All EQC’s recalls
Mercedes-Benz EQS
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz EQS (2021) | 28/11/2021 | The mounting screws of the disc brake callipers on the front axle may not be in line with specifications. As... |
✅ All EQS recalls
Mercedes-Benz EQV
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz EQV (2021) | 02/10/2021 | Due to a production fault, the functioning of the side airbags may be impaired. This will increase the risk of... |
| Mercedes-Benz EQV (2020) | 24/01/2021 | The vehicles are equipped with non-reinforced suspension struts. This may impair the wheel control, increasing the risk of an accident.... |
✅ All EQV’s recalls
Mercedes-Benz G-Class
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz G-Class (2020) | 04/10/2021 | The electrical connector of the side-impact sensors might not be correctly latched and could become detached. This would lead to... |
| Mercedes-Benz G-Class (2018 – 2021) | 09/07/2021 | Depending on the tolerances of the latch and lock trap, the rear doors may not be fully closed, although they... |
✅ All G-Class recalls
Mercedes-Benz GLA
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz GLA (2016 – 2017) | 21/06/2021 | A borehole in the universal joint on the steering shaft may have an incorrect size. As a result, there could... |
| Mercedes-Benz GLA (2013 – 2020) | 31/05/2021 | The polycarbonate roof panel located between the windscreen and the panoramic roof may not have been bonded correctly to the... |
| Mercedes-Benz GLA (2020) | 24/04/2021 | The ground connection of the passenger airbag may be inadequate and any electrostatic charge might not be conducted away through... |
✅ All GLA’s recalls
Mercedes-Benz GLB
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz GLB (2019) | 03/10/2021 | The software in the airbag control unit may not correctly identify the trigger points of the safety belt load limiters... |
| Mercedes-Benz GLB (2019 – 2020) | 15/05/2021 | The front wheel-arch covers may not have been attached correctly. As a result, a wheel-arch cover could detach completely while... |
| Mercedes-Benz GLB (2019 – 2020) | 11/05/2021 | The side spoilers on the boot lid may not be properly affixed. As a result, a spoiler could detach completely... |
| Mercedes-Benz GLB (2019 – 2020) | 15/03/2021 | The adjustable second seat row might not be correctly latched onto the seat rail on one side. As a result,... |
✅ All GLB’s recalls
Mercedes-Benz GLC
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz GLC (2018 – 2021) | 13/11/2021 | The belt tensioner arm may have been manufactured with a borderline tolerance, which could cause one side of the V-ribbed... |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC (2020) | 04/10/2021 | The electrical connector of the side-impact sensors might not be correctly latched and could become detached. This would lead to... |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC (2015 – 2020) | 31/05/2021 | The polycarbonate roof panel located between the windscreen and the panoramic roof may not have been bonded correctly to the... |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC (2016 – 2020) | 22/05/2021 | Faulty connection of the inerting system’s gas pipes could impair the intended distribution of argon shielding gas to the points... |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC (2018 – 2020) | 14/03/2021 | Due to a defective screw connection, the positive 12V battery cable may come into contact with the starter and be... |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC (2019) | 14/02/2021 | The LED multi-beam headlamps may not be adjusted in accordance with the specifications. As a result, the vehicles’ illumination range... |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC (2019 – 2020) | 13/02/2021 | The wiring harness for the steering control device may have been damaged during the production process and can allow moisture... |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC (2020) | 16/01/2021 | The bolts on the cross-member or the coupling device may not have been tightened with the correct torque. As a... |
✅ All GLC’s recalls
Mercedes-Benz GLE
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz GLE (2018 – 2021) | 13/11/2021 | The belt tensioner arm may have been manufactured with a borderline tolerance, which could cause one side of the V-ribbed... |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE (2018 – 2020) | 04/06/2021 | The condensed water drainage hose of the air-conditioning system may not be properly fitted and could spontaneously detach. Consequently, condensation... |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE (2015 – 2020) | 31/05/2021 | The polycarbonate roof panel located between the windscreen and the panoramic roof may not have been bonded correctly to the... |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE (2018 – 2020) | 02/05/2021 | The tyre carcass could be damaged. As a result, tyre-pressure loss could occur or the tread could become partially or... |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE (2018 – 2020) | 24/04/2021 | The surface of the instrument panel might not be adequately bonded to the base support. As a result, the opening... |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE (2019 – 2020) | 26/03/2021 | Functional failure can occur in the left-rear light control unit due to vibrations. This could cause the left reversing light... |
✅ All GLE’s recalls
Mercedes-Benz GLS
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz GLS (2018 – 2020) | 04/06/2021 | The condensed water drainage hose of the air-conditioning system may not be properly fitted and could spontaneously detach. Consequently, condensation... |
| Mercedes-Benz GLS (2018 – 2020) | 24/04/2021 | The surface of the instrument panel might not be adequately bonded to the base support. As a result, the opening... |
✅ All GLS recalls
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2021) | 06/12/2021 | 1. The wiring harness for the starter generator may wear through and lead to an electrical short circuit, this could... |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2020 – 2021) | 29/11/2021 | The insulation of an electrical wiring harness may chafe. This could cause a short circuit and vehicle fire. The Mercedes-Benz... |
| Mercedes-Benz eSprinter (2019 – 2020) | 21/06/2021 | The high-voltage battery module may be attached incorrectly. As a result, it could become detached from the vehicle and fall... |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2018 – 2019) | 20/06/2021 | The front-axle brake hose could be damaged by friction over its lifetime. This could lead to reduced braking function, increasing... |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2017 – 2021) | 06/06/2021 | The hydraulic power steering assistance may be defective and could fail. This will lead to an increased risk of an... |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2018 – 2019) | 29/05/2021 | The fuse configuration may be incorrectly documented in the owner’s manual and service documentation. As a result, a fuse could... |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2018 – 2021) | 10/05/2021 | Cracks may form at the point where the trailer hitch is connected to the vehicle. This could cause the trailer... |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2012 – 2018) | 25/04/2021 | The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) control unit may cut out under certain circumstances. This will impair driving stability, increasing the... |
| Mercedes-Benz eSprinter (2019 – 2020) | 08/03/2021 | Instructions on charging behaviour and appropriate warnings are missing. This can lead to an increased risk of fire. The Mercedes-Benz... |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2020) | 14/02/2021 | Due to a production error and the possible ageing of the materials, brake fluid may leak from the brake hose.... |
✅ All Sprinter’s recalls
Mercedes-Benz Vito / V-Class
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz V-Class / Vito (2021) | 02/10/2021 | Due to a production fault, the functioning of the side airbags may be impaired. This will increase the risk of... |
| Mercedes-Benz V-Class / Vito (2019) | 30/07/2021 | Due to inadequate welding, the transverse control arm may break. As a result, the vehicle’s braking and steering capability may... |
| Mercedes-Benz V-Class / Vito (2021) | 12/06/2021 | A brake caliper bracket on the front axle is not sufficiently stable. This may lead to reduced service brake performance,... |
| Mercedes-Benz V-Class / Vito (2020) | 05/06/2021 | The bolted connection of the center support to the roof rail may become loose. As a result, the roof load... |
| Mercedes-Benz Vito (2020) | 11/04/2021 | The seat frame of the passenger seat may not have been welded correctly. This could increase the risk of injury... |
| Mercedes-Benz Vito (2020) | 03/04/2021 | The functioning of the belt tensioners may be impaired over the lifetime of the vehicle. This could increase the risk... |
| Mercedes-Benz eVito (2020) | 24/01/2021 | The vehicles are equipped with non-reinforced suspension struts. This may impair the wheel control, increasing the risk of an accident.... |
| Mercedes-Benz eVito (2019 – 2020) | 24/01/2021 | Water may ingress into the high voltage battery due to insufficient sealing of the battery casing and possible corrosion. As... |
✅ All Vito / V-Class recalls
Mercedes-Benz X-Class
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz X-Class (2017 – 2020) | 28/11/2021 | The return pipes of the oil cooler may chafe. This may lead to oil loss on the road, endangering following... |
| Mercedes-Benz X-Class (2017 – 2020) | 12/10/2021 | The rear window on the canopy could break. The Mercedes-Benz X-Class vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 20... |
✅ All X-Class recalls
Useful links
- Mercedes-Benz Reliability
- Mercedes-Benz Owners’ Reviews
- Mercedes-Benz recalls by model
- Mercedes-Benz recalls in 2022
- Other manufacturers in 2021
This overview is purely informative for the manufacturer you have selected. As these deficiencies often relate to specific components (engine type, bodywork, equipment), the recall may not apply to all vehicles of listed model. Contact your nearest Mercedes-Benz dealer for more informations.
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