2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53, 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53 4MATIC+, 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 S and 9 other models Recall: Rear door window trim bars may detach from the vehicle while driving
NHTSA campaign 23V178000 · Structure · filed Mar 17, 2023 · verified Sep 13, 2026
The defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 GLE350, GLE450, GLE580, GLS450, GLS580, Maybach GLS600, AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63 S, and AMG GLS63 vehicles. The rear door window trim bars may detach from the vehicle while driving.
The risk
Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will inspect and secure the rear window trim bars, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-680. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023040011.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 23V178000 (manufacturer number 2023040011). Data last verified Sep 13, 2026.