Vehicle recall R/2020/173

Mercedes-Benz X-Class recall: The additional function for the trailer stabilization may not have been included as part

DVSA recall R/2020/173 names the Mercedes-Benz X-Class. It was launched 14 September 2020. It covers vehicles built 19 February 2018 to 2 October 2018.

Recall data updated 22 September 2026

Recall: R/2020/173
Launched: 14 September 2020
Issued by: MERCEDES-BENZ VANS UK LTD
Manufacturer reference: SRV2012
Vehicles: 30 across the lines below

What can go wrong

DVSA summary. The additional function for the trailer stabilization may not have been included as part of the retrofitting of trailer hitches

The additional function for the trailer stabilization (TSA) might not have been included as part of the retrofitting of trailer hitches.

The fix

Replace the ESP control unit on the affected vehicles to provide the TSA function.

Models and build dates

As listed in the DVSA recall file. Vehicle numbers are DVSA figures for each line.
Model	Built	Vehicles
Mercedes-Benz X-Class	19 February 2018 to 2 October 2018	30

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Other recalls for these models

R/2020/171 The operator's manual does not indicate the correct maximum roof load values 14 September 2020, Mercedes-Benz X-Class
R/2020/216 The active brake assist may mistakenly detect an obstacle where there is no obstacle 3 September 2020, Mercedes-Benz X-Class
R/2020/258 Potential leakage and gradual loss of fluid from the hydraulic steering system may occur 5 October 2020, Mercedes-Benz X-Class
R/2020/270 The function of the child safety lock on the rear doors in combination with the super lock function cannot always be ensured 14 December 2020, Mercedes-Benz X-Class
R/2021/385 The return pipe of the oil cooler could chafe on the front axle cross member. 30 November 2021, Mercedes-Benz X-Class
R/2019/163 The maximum permissible roof load of 150 kg is not documented in the operating manual 14 June 2019, Mercedes-Benz X-Class

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Source

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Source: DVSA vehicle recall records (RecallsFile.csv), recalls launched 1992 to 2026. Recall data updated 22 September 2026.

Recall wording is DVSA's, with capitals and punctuation tidied and American spellings such as tire, center and windshield given in British English. We list a recall when its make and model match a car or van family with at least 1,000 DVSA MOT tests from 2022 to 2025, and when the maker of the vehicle issued it.

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