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Mercedes-Benz GLC and EQE recalled over a safety defect

Vehicle defect

On affected vehicles the bonding of the front rear and fixed side windows might not meet specifications.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

2 identifiers listed for this notice.

  • GLC

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 12/09/2023 – 21/09/2023
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • SRPC2337 / 6790007
  • EQE

    Build dates
    • 12/09/2023 – 12/09/2023
    Manufacturer reference
    • SRPC2337 / 6790007

What to do now

The manufacturer has launched a safety recall for Mercedes-Benz GLC and EQE.

  1. Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
  2. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
  3. Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.

Why it matters. Manufacturers must report safety defects to the DVSA and contact registered keepers of affected vehicles.

Repairs and costs

You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number.

If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2023/328). Quoted as issued.

Summary

On affected vehicles the bonding of the front rear and fixed side windows might not meet specifications.

Defect

On affected vehicles the bonding of the front rear and fixed side windows might not meet specifications.

Remedy

Replace the windows.

Models

GLC, EQE

Open the DVSA notice

Questions

Why are Mercedes-Benz GLC and EQE being recalled?

The manufacturer has launched a safety recall for Mercedes-Benz GLC and EQE. Manufacturers must report safety defects to the DVSA and contact registered keepers of affected vehicles.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.

Will the repair cost anything?

You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number. If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.

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