NHTSA Campaign 25V533000
STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Issued by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · Reported Aug 20, 2025 · 3,749 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2026 EQE and GLC vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The steering coupling bolt may have been improperly tightened, allowing the steering coupling to loosen from the steering rack.
Consequence
A loose steering coupling can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the steering coupling bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MERCEDES-BENZ | AMG EQE 53 4MATIC | 2023 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | AMG EQE 53 4MATIC | 2024 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | AMG GLC43 4MATIC COUPE | 2024 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | AMG GLC43 4MATIC COUPE | 2025 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | AMG GLC63 S E | 2025 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | AMG GLC63 S E 4MATIC+ COUPE | 2025 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | EQE 350 4MATIC | 2023 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | EQE 350 4MATIC | 2024 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | EQE 350 4MATIC | 2025 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | EQE 350+ | 2025 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | EQE 500 4MATIC | 2023 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | EQE 500 4MATIC | 2024 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | GLC 300 | 2023 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | GLC 300 | 2024 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | GLC 300 | 2025 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | GLC 300 | 2026 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | GLC 300 4MATIC | 2023 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | GLC 300 4MATIC | 2024 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | GLC 300 4MATIC | 2025 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | GLC 300 4MATIC | 2026 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | GLC 300 4MATIC COUPE | 2024 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | GLC 300 4MATIC COUPE | 2025 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | GLC 300 4MATIC COUPE | 2026 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | GLC 350 E 4MATIC | 2025 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | REDUNDANT AMG GLC43 4MATIC | 2024 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | REDUNDANT AMG GLC43 4MATIC | 2025 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | REDUNDANT EQE 350 | 2024 | 3,749 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | REDUNDANT EQE 350 4MATIC | 2023 | 3,749 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 25V533000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.