Mercedes-Benz GLE Recall R/2022/364: On Certain Vehicles The Steering Coupling Might Not Be Tightened With The Specified Torque, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 20 Jan 2023
- Launched
- 2
- vehicles in the UK
- SRPC2253
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mercedes-Benz recalled GLE vehicles built between 21 August 2021 and 7 September 2021. The steering coupling might not be tightened with the specified torque. The dealer will replace the locking screw of the steering coupling. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The steering coupling might not be tightened with the specified torque.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: On certain vehicles the steering coupling might not be tightened with the specified torque. Defect: On certain vehicles the steering coupling might not be tightened with the specified torque. Remedy: Replace the locking screw of the steering coupling.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: on certain vehicles the steering coupling might not be tightened with the specified torque.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the locking screw of the steering coupling.
Are You Affected?
GLE built between 21 August 2021 and 7 September 2021 may be included. Mercedes-Benz estimates 2 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 SRPC2253 or the DVSA reference R/2022/364. 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?.
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Source: DVSA recall R/2022/364, launched 20 January 2023. 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.