Mercedes-Benz GLE/GLS(167) Recall R/2022/133: The Bolting Of The 48V Ground Connection Under The Passenger Seat Might Be Fastened With…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 24 May 2022
- Launched
- 523
- vehicles in the UK
- SRPC2218
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mercedes-Benz recalled GLE/GLS(167) vehicles built between 11 November 2018 and 28 September 2021. The bolting of the 48V ground connection under the passenger seat might be fastened with an insufficient torque. The dealer will check the bolting of the ground connection on the affected vehicles and correct it if necessary. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The bolting of the 48V ground connection under the passenger seat might be fastened with an insufficient torque.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE BOLTING OF THE 48V GROUND CONNECTION UNDER THE PASSENGER SEAT MIGHT BE FASTENED WITH AN INSUFFICIENT TORQUE Defect: The bolting of the 48V ground connection under the passenger seat might be fastened with an insufficient torque. Remedy: Check the bolting of the ground connection on the affected vehicles and correct it if necessary.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: the bolting of the 48V ground connection under the passenger seat might be fastened with an insufficient torque.
The Fix
The dealer will check the bolting of the ground connection on the affected vehicles and correct it if necessary.
Are You Affected?
GLE/GLS(167) built between 11 November 2018 and 28 September 2021 may be included. Mercedes-Benz estimates 523 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Mercedes-Benz, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mercedes-Benz.
- Book with any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer, quoting the campaign code SRPC2218 or the DVSA reference R/2022/133. See how to get a Mercedes-Benz recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMG GT, C Class, CLS, E Class and 5 moreOn affected vehicles the fuel pump impeller might not meet specifications and may deform | Urgent | R/2023/223 | |
| GLE/GLS(167)Installation of A/C drain hoses | Low | R/2023/092 | |
| GLE/GLS(167)Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain GLE and GLS vehicles (167 platform) the air conditioning drain hoses might be incorrectly fitted in the vehicle. In this case condensation water from the air conditioning might enter the passenger compartment | Low | R/2023/091 | |
| GLE/GLS(167)The bolting of a 12V power supply line might be fastened with an insufficient torque | Low | R/2022/179 | |
| C Class, CLS, E Class, E Class / and 1 moreThe software of the engine control unit might not meet specifications | Low | R/2022/019 |
This is one of 833 Mercedes-Benz recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mercedes-Benz recall launched before it was R/2022/116 on 23 May 2022, for individual bolts or chain links of the camshaft timing chain might wear. The one launched after it was R/2022/137 on 24 May 2022, for the function of the brake booster might be affected due to advanced corrosion in the joint…. You can also see every Mercedes-Benz recall, all recalls launched in 2022 and high-voltage battery recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2022/133, launched 24 May 2022. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.