2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

10 safety recalls on file

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Wheels (4 reports).

10Recalls
6Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 recalls

Wiring Harness Can Corrode and Cause Fire Risk

Recall 24V445Jun 14, 202422,422 vehicles affected

The transmission wiring harness connection may not have been wired correctly, either during a previous recall repair or at the factory.

12V battery may not be secured, disabling crash safety features

Recall 22V733Sep 30, 202219,968 vehicles affected

The 12-volt battery in the trunk may not be properly secured.

Wiring Short Circuit Can Raise Fire Risk

Recall 22V533Jul 22, 202216,977 vehicles affected

The transmission wiring harness may be misrouted, allowing the electrical connector to be exposed to corrosion.

Emergency call system may fail to connect in a crash

Recall 22V365May 20, 2022242,722 vehicles affected

A software error in the communication module's SIM card can cause a mobile network connection failure.

Rearview camera may show no image, raising crash risk

Recall 22V232Apr 8, 2022126,443 vehicles affected

The rearview camera may fail to display the rear view because of a software error.

Crash Alert May Send Responders to Wrong Location

Recall 21V058Feb 5, 20211,292,258 vehicles affected

Certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz vehicles have a software problem in the communication module that runs the automatic crash notification (eCall) system.

Seat Belt May Not Tighten in a Crash

Recall 19V788Nov 1, 201929,720 vehicles affected

Front seat belts that are properly fastened may be wrongly detected as unbuckled.

Software Error Can Disable Automatic Emergency Braking

Recall 19V540Jul 19, 20191,957 vehicles affected

A software error in the radar sensor control unit may impair the Active Brake Assist system.

Headlights May Be Misaligned, Reducing Night Visibility

Recall 18V911Dec 19, 2018104 vehicles affected

Certain 2019 CLS 450 and CLS 53 AMG vehicles have a horizontal headlight adjustment screw that may not be effectively sealed.

Engine May Stall While Driving, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 18V761Oct 29, 2018119 vehicles affected

A software fault in the Central Powertrain Controller (CPC), the control unit that manages the engine, can cause it to reset while the vehicle is being driven.

Most common 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 problems

Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Wheels4
Electrical System1
Unknown Or Other1
Service Brakes1
Steering1
Engine1

What owners report

2024-07-24, Wheels
The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS53. The contact stated that the passenger’s side rear rim was cracked. The passenger’s side front rim was also cracked. The contact stated that the tire pressure was low. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a wheel repair shop, and the rims were replaced. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that there were no associated recalls for the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000.
2023-09-25, Wheels
The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH on a bumpy road surface, the vehicle started shuddering. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that an unknown wheel had cracked and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred several times while driving. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions, and the four wheels and tires had been replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the front passenger's side wheel needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repa
2023-06-21, Engine
The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS53 AMG. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, there was an abnormal clicking sound detected. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who informed the contact that there were metal fragments inside the engine. The vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
2023-01-26, Service Brakes
Okay so I purchased my car at west covina dealer and found out they sold me a cracked rim when my tire pressure got low. I took it to the tire shop to find the nails on my tire but they found there were crack on my rim. I never had any accidents after I puchased it and I almost got killed because the rim is broken. I have photos and I fixed it at the body shop. Also after i fixed my rim, next day my wheel was about to fall off becasue the wheel lock was loose.
2021-07-03, Wheels
i have never cracked a wheel before but 2 cracked wheels in 6 months.There was no single bump that said aha im cracked. the tire light just comes on. the first one killed the tire but the second one the tire was fine.first incident 10/2020 and second was 4/8/21

2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 questions

Does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53: Wiring Harness Can Corrode and Cause Fire Risk; 12V battery may not be secured, disabling crash safety features; Wiring Short Circuit Can Raise Fire Risk; Emergency call system may fail to connect in a crash; Rearview camera may show no image, raising crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53?

Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Wheels (4), Electrical System (1), Unknown Or Other (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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