Mercedes-Benz GLC, EQC, E-class recall: The locking mechanism for the electrical connector of the side crash sensors might not meet specifications
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The locking mechanism for the electrical connector of the side crash sensors might not meet specifications.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair. Check the side crash sensors in the doors on the affected vehicles and replace them if necessary.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The locking mechanism for the electrical connector of the side crash sensors might not meet specifications.
The fix
Check the side crash sensors in the doors on the affected vehicles and replace them if necessary.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLC | 4 Aug 2020 | 3 Sep 2020 | 129 |
| EQC | 4 Aug 2020 | 3 Sep 2020 | 129 |
| E-class | 4 Aug 2020 | 3 Sep 2020 | 129 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 9 September 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.