CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (1 report).
2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 recalls
Wiring Harness Can Corrode and Cause Fire Risk
The transmission wiring harness connection may not have been wired correctly, either during a previous recall repair or at the factory.
Loose Ground Cable Can Overheat and Cause a Fire
A 48-volt ground cable connection in the engine compartment may not have been tightened properly at the factory.
12V battery may not be secured, disabling crash safety features
The 12-volt battery in the trunk may not be properly secured.
Wiring Short Circuit Can Raise Fire Risk
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
A software error in the communication module's SIM card can cause a mobile network connection failure.
Steering Hands-Off Detection May Fail, Raising Crash Risk
A software error in the hand detection control unit can keep the hands-off detection from recognizing when the driver's hands are off the steering wheel while the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC system is in use.
Loose Side Sensor Connectors Can Delay Airbags in a Crash
Side crash sensor connectors in certain vehicles may come loose.
Rear seat belts may loosen child seat hold in a crash
Certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG and CLS models have rear seat belt automatic locking retractors that may deactivate early.
Rearview camera may show a blank screen, raising crash risk
The multimedia system software in these vehicles can cause the infotainment display to stay black or reboot after startup.
Air Bags and Seat Belts May Not Deploy in a Crash
A faulty electrical contact in the seat position switch can stop the driver and passenger air bags and the seat belt force limiters from activating properly during a crash.
Most common 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53. The contact stated that she drove the vehicle for two seconds when the active brake assist inadvertently engaged without warning. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. Additionally, the contact stated that the screen interactive system failed to properly operate, and without warning the screen illuminated then failed on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure could not be duplicated. The contact stated that she manually disengaged the active brake assist to prevent future accidents. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately
2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 questions
Does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53: Wiring Harness Can Corrode and Cause Fire Risk; Loose Ground Cable Can Overheat and Cause a Fire; 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. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.