Mercedes-Benz GLE recall: Installation of the Heat Shield
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain GLE (167 platform) vehicles with OM654 and hybrid drive a heat shield in the firewall area might not be installed according to specification.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair. As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will check the heat shield and the fuel line on the affected vehicles and rework it if necessary.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain GLE (167 platform) vehicles with OM654 and hybrid drive a heat shield in the firewall area might not be installed according to specification.
The fix
As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will check the heat shield and the fuel line on the affected vehicles and rework it if necessary.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLE | 21 Dec 2022 | 10 Aug 2025 | 98 |
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 14 September 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.