At the beginning of 2022, we have again provided our traditional detailed overview of all the recalls announced by the Rapex rapid alert system in 2021.
Unlike last year, when we picked out the 14 cars with the most recalls, this time, we went deeper and selected 25 cars that had more than five recalls in 2021.
Just for reference, in 2021, 45 carmakers have announced a total of 358 recalls for 270 models via the Rapex rapid alert system. Please take a look at our detailed 2021 overview. Again, these are mostly voluntary measures, self-reported by the carmakers and not forced by the European Commission’s supervisory authorities. We should appreciate that these are the car companies that have admitted their mistakes and are trying to correct them. This is not the case for all of the others.
Five recalls had 13 cars, six actions had three others, while the owners of four cars were recalled seven times to the dealership. Only some Mercedes had eight or more recalls. A surprise to some may be the nine recalls for Mercedes’ flagship S-Class. But the German manufacturer is famous for leaving nothing to chance and recalling its cars for the slightest problem that many other manufacturers would not address with a recall.
The following overview lists cars from five to ten recalls in ascending order. Different generations and versions of a given model may have been recalled during the year. At the end of the summary, you will find a table with the other 23 cars with four recalls in 2021.
5 recalls (in alphabetical order)
Audi A7
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| Audi A7 (2010 – 2018) | 23. 08. 2021 | The vehicles are equipped with control software regarded as unauthorized by the competent authorities. The Audi A7 vehicles affected by this ... . |
| Audi A7 (2019 – 2021) | 11. 07. 2021 | The nuts on the eccentric bolt of the rear-axle spring-link control arm may break due to stress corrosion. As a result, ... . |
| Audi A7 (2015 – 2018) | 04. 06. 2021 | The vehicles may be fitted with a towbar with a swivel mechanism that may have a defective locking pin. As a ... . |
| Audi A7 (2017 – 2020) | 11. 05. 2021 | Due to a manufacturing defect in the instrument panel, the deployment of the airbag could be impeded. This could impair its ... . |
| Audi A7 (2020) | 12. 04. 2021 | Faulty crash sensors for the airbag restraint systems may have been installed in both the front doors. This could impair the ... . |
✅ All Audi recalls in 2021
Audi A8
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| Audi A8 (2000 – 2001) | 21. 11. 2021 | The functioning of the relevant NADI airbags manufactured by Takata, in particular the gas generator, may be impaired in the vehicles ... . |
| Audi A8 (2009 – 2018) | 23. 08. 2021 | The vehicles are equipped with control software regarded as unauthorized by the competent authorities. The Audi A8 vehicles affected by this ... . |
| Audi A8 (2018 – 2020) | 02. 08. 2021 | Moisture may enter into the engine control unit due to a missing sealing pin in one of the connectors. As a ... . |
| Audi A8 (2019 – 2021) | 11. 07. 2021 | The nuts on the eccentric bolt of the rear-axle spring-link control arm may break due to stress corrosion. As a result, ... . |
| Audi A8 (2020) | 12. 04. 2021 | Faulty crash sensors for the airbag restraint systems may have been installed in both the front doors. This could impair the ... . |
✅ All Audi recalls in 2021
BMW X5
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| BMW X5 (2019 – 2021) | 07. 09. 2021 | Due to a production defect affecting the instrument panel, the passenger airbag may not function properly. This will increase the risk ... . |
| BMW X5 (2006 – 2011) | 02. 09. 2021 | Friction corrosion on the connector from the wiring harness to the blower regulator may cause fluctuations in the electrical resistance, which ... . |
| BMW X5 (2018 – 2021) | 01. 05. 2021 | Defective hydraulic unit of the braking system may cause limited braking support and increased braking distance. Moreover, in such cases, the ... . |
| BMW X5/X5M (2020) | 08. 03. 2021 | The steering spindle may not have been properly bolted and could become detached. As a result, the steering control would be ... . |
| BMW X5 (2020) | 31. 01. 2021 | The tyres on the affected vehicles may not have been manufactured according to the specifications. Consequently, sudden loss of pressure and ... . |
✅ All BMW recalls in 2021
BMW X6
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| BMW X6 (2007 – 2011) | 02. 09. 2021 | Friction corrosion on the connector from the wiring harness to the blower regulator may cause fluctuations in the electrical resistance, which ... . |
| BMW X6 (2018 – 2021) | 01. 05. 2021 | Defective hydraulic unit of the braking system may cause limited braking support and increased braking distance. Moreover, in such cases, the ... . |
| BMW X6 (2020) | 08. 03. 2021 | The steering spindle may not have been properly bolted and could become detached. As a result, the steering control would be ... . |
| BMW X6 (2020) | 31. 01. 2021 | The tyres on the affected vehicles may not have been manufactured according to the specifications. Consequently, sudden loss of pressure and ... . |
| BMW X6/X6M (2020) | 15. 01. 2021 | The upper rear (roof) spoiler may not have been properly attached during the production process. This may cause the spoiler to ... . |
✅ All BMW recalls in 2021
Citroen C4
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| Citroen C4 (2020 – 2021) | 31. 10. 2021 | The wheel hubs may not be sufficiently tightened to the rear axle, which may cause a wheel to detach from the ... . |
| Citroen C4 (2009 – 2017) | 03. 10. 2021 | The gas generator of the driver and/or front-seat passenger airbag could be defective. This may result in uncontrolled inflation and the ... . |
| Citroen C4 (2015 – 2018) | 17. 08. 2021 | The teeth of the timing belt may wear off prematurely due to excessive dynamic tension in dusty conditions. As a result, ... . |
| Citroën C4 (2013 – 2017) | 21. 07. 2021 | The vacuum pump may be damaged due to material abrasion of the cog belt. As a result, the braking assistance could ... . |
| Citroen C4 (2021) | 22. 05. 2021 | The threads of the wheel bolts may be defective. This could lead to the detachment of a wheel, increasing the risk ... . |
✅ All Citroen recalls in 2021
Citroen Spacetourer
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| Citroen Spacetourer (2021) | 30. 08. 2021 | The centring pin for the rear suspension spring may not be properly welded. This could lead to the rear suspension spring ... . |
| Citroen Spacetourer (2016 – 2018) | 18. 08. 2021 | The teeth of the timing belt may wear off prematurely due to excessive dynamic tension in dusty conditions. As a result, ... . |
| Citroen Spacetourer (2020) | 10. 05. 2021 | Due to a manufacturing defect, the wheel bolts may be tightened with incorrect torque. This could lead to the detachment of ... . |
| Citroen Spacetourer (2020) | 06. 03. 2021 | The bolting of the front wheels may be incorrect. As a result, they may become detached whilst the car is being ... . |
| Citroen Spacetourer (2020) | 26. 02. 2021 | The seat adjustment mechanism may not be fully operational. As a result, the seats could move in the event of an ... . |
✅ All Citroen recalls in 2021
DS3
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| Citroen DS3 (2009 – 2017) | 03. 10. 2021 | The gas generator of the driver and/or front-seat passenger airbag could be defective. This may result in uncontrolled inflation and the ... . |
| Citroen DS3 (2015 – 2018) | 18. 08. 2021 | The teeth of the timing belt may wear off prematurely due to excessive dynamic tension in dusty conditions. As a result, ... . |
| Citroën DS3 (2013 – 2017) | 21. 07. 2021 | The vacuum pump may be damaged due to material abrasion of the cog belt. As a result, the braking assistance could ... . |
| DS3 Crossback (2019) | 03. 05. 2021 | The fuel tank may be defective. As a result, fuel may leak onto the road, posing a risk to the following ... . |
| DS3 Crossback (2019 – 2020) | 30. 04. 2021 | The AdBlue injector may become blocked. This could result in higher NOx emissions that may exceed the legal limits. The DS3 ... . |
✅ All Citroen recalls in 2021
Jeep Wrangler
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| Jeep Wrangler (2020 – 2021) | 06. 12. 2021 | The clutch pressure plate may overheat, resulting in an increased risk of fire. The Jeep Wrangler vehicles affected by this recall ... . |
| Jeep Wrangler (2020) | 03. 12. 2021 | The plug-in coupling of the fuel line may rupture. This can result in the uncontrolled penetration of petrol into the engine ... . |
| Jeep Wrangler (2017 – 2020) | 16. 10. 2021 | 1. The clutch pressure plate cannot permanently withstand the mechanical loads. This could lead to the loss of power transmission and ... . |
| Jeep Wrangler (2020 – 2021) | 28. 03. 2021 | The brake system module may contain a software error. This could result in insufficient brake assist in the event of emergency ... . |
| Jeep Wrangler (2019) | 14. 02. 2021 | The seat-belt retractors could be defective. As a result, their restraining effect in the event of an accident cannot be guaranteed, ... . |
✅ All Jeep recalls in 2021
Land Rover Discovery
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| Land Rover Discovery (2020 – 2021) | 17. 10. 2021 | Due to an error in the assembly process, the occupant detection system (ODS) of the front passenger seat had not been ... . |
| Land Rover Discovery (2019 – 2021) | 25. 09. 2021 | The starter battery ground stud in the boot area may provide insufficient contact. This may cause various electrical faults, such as ... . |
| Land Rover Discovery Sport (2020 – 2021) | 24. 09. 2021 | Due to manufacturing defects, the support wire grid between the inner and outer layers of the fuel injector rubber return pipe ... . |
| Land Rover Discovery (2020 – 2021) | 06. 08. 2021 | The gasket fixings between the exhaust downpipe and the catalytic converter may not have been tightened to the correct torque and ... . |
| Land Rover Discovery (2020) | 17. 01. 2021 | The fixing for the left-hand side (LHS) 3rd-row seat belt upper anchorage may not be installed to the required specification. As ... . |
✅ All Land Rover recalls in 2021
Peugeot Traveller
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| Peugeot Traveller (2021) | 30. 08. 2021 | The centring pin for the rear suspension spring may not be properly welded. This could lead to the rear suspension spring ... . |
| Peugeot Traveller (2016 – 2018) | 18. 08. 2021 | The teeth of the timing belt may wear off prematurely due to excessive dynamic tension in dusty conditions. As a result, ... . |
| Peugeot Traveller (2020) | 10. 05. 2021 | Due to a manufacturing defect, the wheel bolts may be tightened with incorrect torque. This could lead to the detachment of ... . |
| Peugeot Traveller (2020) | 06. 03. 2021 | The bolting of the front wheels may be incorrect. As a result, they may become detached whilst the car is being ... . |
| Peugeot Traveller (2019 – 2020) | 26. 02. 2021 | The seat adjustment mechanism may not be fully operational. As a result, the seats could move in the event of an ... . |
✅ All Peugeot recalls in 2021
Renault Master
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| Renault Master III (2018 – 2019) | 18. 08. 2021 | The low-pressure fuel circuit may be damaged due to abrasion. This could result in fuel leakage, increasing the risk of fire. ... . |
| Renault Master III (2021) | 08. 08. 2021 | The reaction ring in the internal mechanism of the rear right-hand parking brake calliper may break during the operation of the ... . |
| Renault Master III (2021) | 01. 08. 2021 | The functioning parking brake may be impaired due to a defect in the rear right calliper. This may cause unintended vehicle ... . |
| Renault Master (2018 – 2019) | 14. 05. 2021 | The fuel line may come into contact with the valve cover. This could result in fuel leakage, increasing the risk of ... . |
| Renault Master (2020) | 10. 05. 2021 | The high-pressure fuel pump connection may be tightened incorrectly. This could result in fuel leakage, increasing the risk of fire. The ... . |
✅ All Renault recalls in 2021
Volkswagen Passat
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Passat (1997 – 2000) | 25. 10. 2021 | Volkswagen has been informed by its current supplier that driver-airbag gas generators from the original manufacturer Takata (‘NADI’ (non-azide driver inflator) ... . |
| Volkswagen Passat (2019 – 2021) | 02. 10. 2021 | The push/actuating rod may not be properly screwed onto the brake booster and could become detached. As a result, there would ... . |
| Volkswagen Passat GTE (2020 – 2021) | 14. 06. 2021 | The connections of the 12V positive battery cable and of the battery monitoring system cable to the main fuse box may ... . |
| Volkswagen Passat (2007) | 10. 04. 2021 | The propellant used in the airbag inflator may experience a material alteration over time due to degradation occurring after prolonged exposure ... . |
| Volkswagen Passat (2019) | 19. 02. 2021 | Due to a manufacturing error, the belt-pulley securing ring of the steering system may not be fully engaged. As a result, ... . |
✅ All Volkswagen recalls in 2021
Volvo XC90
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| Volvo XC90 (2020) | 29. 10. 2021 | There is a risk of turbocharger breakdown, which could damage engine parts and lead to stalling. The Volvo XC90 vehicles affected ... . |
| Volvo XC90 (2020 – 2021) | 02. 10. 2021 | The welding connection between the motor’s rotor shaft and the magnet package in the hydraulic unit of the brake system may ... . |
| Volvo XC90 (2019 – 2020) | 18. 06. 2021 | The 15A fuse to the low-pressure fuel pump may blow. As a result, the engine could stall and not be able ... . |
| Volvo XC90 (2016 – 2020) | 15. 05. 2021 | When liquid/droplets are present on the rear seat control display, there´s a risk that the signal to the display is maintained ... . |
| Volvo XC90 (2020) | 25. 01. 2021 | The control unit on the SRS (Supplementary Restraint System) may not be attached to the car body according to the specifications. ... . |
✅ All Volvo recalls in 2021
6 recalls (in alphabetical order)
Audi A4
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| Audi A4 (2000 – 2001) | 21. 11. 2021 | The functioning of the relevant NADI airbags manufactured by Takata, in particular the gas generator, may be impaired in the vehicles ... . |
| Audi A4 (2010 – 2017) | 23. 08. 2021 | The vehicles are equipped with control software regarded as unauthorized by the competent authorities. The Audi A4 vehicles affected by this ... . |
| Audi A4 (2019 – 2021) | 11. 07. 2021 | The nuts on the eccentric bolt of the rear-axle spring-link control arm may break due to stress corrosion. As a result, ... . |
| Audi A4 (2021) | 21. 06. 2021 | Due to discrepancy in the dashboard manufacturing process, the front passenger airbag may fail to deploy optimally. This could impair its ... . |
| Audi A4 (2003 – 2011) | 21. 06. 2021 | The Takata gas generator housing could burst when the passenger airbag is deployed. This may cause small metal parts to become ... . |
| Audi A4 (2015 – 2018) | 04. 06. 2021 | The vehicles may be fitted with a towbar with a swivel mechanism that may have a defective locking pin. As a ... . |
✅ All Audi recalls in 2021
Mercedes-Benz A-class
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 a ... . |
| 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 be ... . |
| 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 vehicle ... . |
| 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 electrical ... . |
| 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 be ... . |
| 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 result, ... . |
✅ All Mercedes-Benz recalls in 2021
Mercedes-Benz GLE
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 belt ... . |
| 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 water ... . |
| 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 vehicle ... . |
| 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 completely ... . |
| 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 behaviour ... . |
| 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 to ... . |
✅ All Mercedes-Benz recalls in 2021
7 recalls (in alphabetical order)
Audi A6
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| Audi A6 (2000 – 2001) | 21. 11. 2021 | The functioning of the relevant NADI airbags manufactured by Takata, in particular the gas generator, may be impaired in the vehicles ... . |
| Audi A6 (2010 – 2018) | 23. 08. 2021 | The vehicles are equipped with control software regarded as unauthorized by the competent authorities. The Audi A6 vehicles affected by this ... . |
| Audi A6 (2019 – 2021) | 11. 07. 2021 | The nuts on the eccentric bolt of the rear-axle spring-link control arm may break due to stress corrosion. As a result, ... . |
| Audi A6 (2003 – 2011) | 21. 06. 2021 | The Takata gas generator housing could burst when the passenger airbag is deployed. This may cause small metal parts to become ... . |
| Audi A6 (2015 – 2018) | 04. 06. 2021 | The vehicles may be fitted with a towbar with a swivel mechanism that may have a defective locking pin. As a ... . |
| Audi A6 (2017 – 2020) | 11. 05. 2021 | Due to a manufacturing defect in the instrument panel, the deployment of the airbag could be impeded. This could impair its ... . |
| Audi A6 (2020) | 12. 04. 2021 | Faulty crash sensors for the airbag restraint systems may have been installed in both the front doors. This could impair the ... . |
✅ All Audi recalls in 2021
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 a ... . |
| 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 belt ... . |
| 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 delayed ... . |
| 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 being ... . |
| 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 seat ... . |
| 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 starter. ... . |
| 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 leak ... . |
✅ All Mercedes-Benz recalls in 2021
Opel Grandland
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| Opel Grandland X (2017 – 2018) | 18. 08. 2021 | The teeth of the timing belt may wear off prematurely due to excessive dynamic tension in dusty conditions. As a result, ... . |
| Opel Grandland X (2019 – 2020) | 17. 07. 2021 | In some vehicles, under certain driving conditions, the urea injector may block when the engine is turned off, meaning that no ... . |
| Opel Grandland (2020 – 2021) | 11. 07. 2021 | The wheel suspension may be insufficiently secured. This could result in loss of the rear wheel, increasing the risk of an ... . |
| Opel Grandland (2017 – 2020) | 01. 06. 2021 | The trailer coupling device may be detective. This can cause the trailer to detach inadvertently, increasing the risk of an accident. ... . |
| Opel Grandland (2020) | 29. 03. 2021 | The trailer hitch may be defective. As a result, the trailer may become detached inadvertently, increasing the risk of an accident. ... . |
| Opel Grandland (2019 – 2020) | 06. 02. 2021 | The wheel screws are not tightened with the required torque. This could lead to a wheel being lost during driving, increasing ... . |
| Opel Grandland X (2018) | 29. 01. 2021 | Possible defect in the diesel particulate filter (DPF), which could lead to particulate emissions exceeding the regulatory limits. The Opel Grandland ... . |
✅ All Opel recalls in 2021
Volkswagen Tiguan
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Tiguan (2021) | 04. 12. 2021 | The screws of the brake line assembly may not have been properly tightened on the front right wheel housing. This could ... . |
| Volkswagen Tiguan (2021) | 11. 07. 2021 | Incorrect Bowden cables were installed on the remote unlocking of the 2/3 seatback of the asymmetrically divisible rear seat. As a ... . |
| Volkswagen Tiguan (2016 – 2019) | 04. 06. 2021 | The towbar swivel mechanism may have a defective locking pin. As a result, the pin could break while driving, increasing the ... . |
| Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace (2020) | 14. 03. 2021 | Due to a manufacturing error, not all of the four bolts on the driver’s seat have been bolted onto the seat ... . |
| Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace (2020) | 05. 03. 2021 | The tubular frame of the driver’s seat may have been incorrectly welded. This could impair the stability of the seat and ... . |
| Volkswagen Tiguan (2020) | 27. 02. 2021 | Due to a manufacturing error, the brake-pedal plate may not have been adequately welded and could become completely detached when the ... . |
| Volkswagen Tiguan (2015 – 2019) | 15. 02. 2021 | Due to errors in the adhesive bonding process, the upper rear (roof) spoiler may be insufficiently affixed. As a result, it ... . |
✅ All Volkswagen recalls in 2021
8 recalls
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 belt ... . |
| 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 result, ... . |
| 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 seat ... . |
| 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 vehicle ... . |
| 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 where ... . |
| 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 subsequently ... . |
| 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 to ... . |
| 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 for ... . |
✅ All Mercedes-Benz recalls in 2021
Mercedes-Benz GLC
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 belt ... . |
| 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 delayed ... . |
| 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 vehicle ... . |
| 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 where ... . |
| 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 damaged ... . |
| 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 could ... . |
| 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 to ... . |
| 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 result, ... . |
✅ All Mercedes-Benz recalls in 2021
Mercedes-Benz Vito/V-Class
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 injury ... . |
| 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 be ... . |
| 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, increasing ... . |
| 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 could ... . |
| 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 in ... . |
| 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 of ... . |
| 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. The ... . |
| 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 a ... . |
✅ All Mercedes-Benz recalls in 2021
9 recalls
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 a ... . |
| 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 delayed ... . |
| 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, increasing ... . |
| 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 risk ... . |
| 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 sporadically ... . |
| 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 increase ... . |
| 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 vehicle ... . |
| 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 vehicle ... . |
| 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, and ... . |
✅ All Mercedes-Benz recalls in 2021
10 recalls
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
| Published | Issue | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 result ... . |
| 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 Sprinter ... . |
| 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 onto ... . |
| 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 the ... . |
| 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 accident. ... . |
| 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 be ... . |
| 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 coupling ... . |
| 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 risk ... . |
| 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 eSprinter ... . |
| 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. As ... . |
✅ All Mercedes-Benz recalls in 2021
Four recalls in 2021 (in alphabetical order)
Audi A5 Audi Q3 Audi e-tron Citroen Jumpy Fiat 500 Ford Focus Hyundai Tucson LR Range Rover Evoque Mercedes CLA Mercedes EQC Mercedes GLB Opel Corsa Peugeot 3008 Peugeot Expert Porsche Boxster Porsche Cayman VW Golf Volvo S60 Volvo V60 Volvo S90 Volvo V90 Volvo XC40 Volvo XC60
* Minor recalls concerning cars produced over just a few days are not usually listed.
* Data for this unofficial summary is sourced from the weekly overview of reports from RAPEX notifications.
Illustrative photo: source Mercedes-Benz
* Data for this unofficial summary is sourced from the weekly overview of reports from RAPEX notifications.
Illustrative photo: source Mercedes-Benz
