Rearview camera image missing in reverse

A black center display or missing rear image in reverse is the failure addressed by recall 22V-232 on certain 2020 GLE 450 vehicles.

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Covered model years: 2020
Evidence level: Safety recall published
Source review date: August 2, 2026
Jurisdiction: United States
Record ID: mercedes-benz-gle-450-2020-rearview-camera-black-screen

Safety instructions

Do not keep driving when…

Follow the owner's manual and the exact recall notice for immediate instructions.

You cannot reverse out of the location with a clear direct view, working mirrors or a spotter
Other displays or safety systems fail at the same time

What the source says

The documented condition

Mercedes-Benz recalled certain 2020 GLE 450 vehicles because rearview-camera software might not meet production specifications. When the condition occurs, the display can retain the previous screen or show a black screen and camera warning instead of the rear image. Recall status must be checked by VIN.

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Symptoms and vehicle scope

Words owners may use

backup camera black screen
no camera picture in reverse
rear camera unavailable Mercedes
screen stays on radio when reversing
reversing camera stopped working
camera inoperative message

Symptoms in the record

No rear image appears after reverse is selected
The central display remains on the previous screen
A black screen reports that the rearview camera is inoperative

Vehicles and limits

Certain 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 vehicles
Recall 22V-232 eligibility is determined from production records and VIN

Manufacturer position

What the official procedure directs

The recall remedy is for an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer to update the rearview-camera software to current production specifications.

Mileage context

This is a VIN-specific software recall and does not depend on mileage.

Original evidence

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NHTSA record · NHTSA 22V-232 · Jun 6, 2022

Rearview camera software noncompliance recall

The Part 573 report specifically lists 734 model-year 2020 GLE 450 vehicles within the recall population.

Repair paths and safe checks

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Official repair pathAuthorized recall repair · Software update

Check and complete recall 22V-232

Check the VIN with Mercedes-Benz or NHTSA. An authorized dealer updates the camera software when the vehicle is included and the recall remains open.

Safe owner checkDriving precaution · Every reversing maneuver

Use a direct view and mirrors

Until repaired, look through the rear glass and use the mirrors. Ask a spotter for help where visibility is restricted. A briefly returning image does not prove the recall is complete.

Boundary

Never test the camera by reversing toward a person or obstacle.

Record reviewed in the source on August 2, 2026. Confirm the current document and VIN instructions before arranging work.

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