The Mercedes-Benz GLE has been recalled over concerns incorrect bonding of the dashboard may cause the front passenger airbag to deploy incorrectly in the event of an accident.

    A total of eight units are affected by this notice, all of which are 2020 model-year (MY20) vehicles.

    “In the event of an accident, the front passenger airbag may not deploy correctly, increasing the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants,” Mercedes-Benz Australia says in its recall notice.

    • 8 vehicles are affected by this recall
    • Dates available for sale: 6 January 2020 to 22 September 2020
    • A VIN list is attached here
    • The original recall notice is attached here

    Owners of the recalled GLE models are “asked to contact their most convenient Mercedes-Benz Retailer for a free of charge repair”.

    To find your local Mercedes-Benz Retailer, click here.

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    James is an automotive journalist based in Melbourne, Australia. Before joining CarExpert.com.au in 2020, James has worked at leading auto media outlets including Carsales and CarAdvice, as well as at Pulse agency for Ford Australia's communications team. In 2019 James made Mumbrella's 'Top 20 most prolific web authors in Australia' list after publishing 1,360 articles between March 1, 2018 and February 28, 2019 for CarAdvice. James is also an Ambassador for Drive Against Depression – an Australian charity whose mission is to support mental wellness through the freedom of driving and a shared love of cars.

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