Mercedes GLE and GLS: Possible engine failure

22/04/2024

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 260,658 GLE and GLS SUVs manufactured between 2018 and 2023 to authorised workshops worldwide. The reason for the recall is that a software error in the transmission control unit can lead to engine failure, which increases the risk of an accident.

In an authorised workshop, the software of the transmission control unit is updated

The Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt (KBA) monitors the recall under the reference number “013605“. The internal manufacturer code is “5494206“.

Recall details

Make:	Mercedes-Benz
Model:	GLE, GLS
Year of manufacture:	2018 – 2023
Production:	2018 – 2023
Extent:	260,658
Code:	5494206
KBA publication date:	17. 4. 2024

Source: KBA 013605 (Search Rückrufcode: 5494206)

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