Home / Latest recalls / 22V494

Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E Recall 22V494: Transmission wiring can chafe, causing loss of drive power

NHTSA campaign 22V494, reported July 11, 2022, 1,168 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The transmission wiring harness may be routed improperly, so it can rub against the front drive shaft. Over time this chafing can cause a loss of drive power, which raises the risk of a crash.

If you own an affected vehicle, an authorized dealer will inspect the transmission wiring harness and replace it if necessary, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 26, 2022. You can also contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372, referencing recall number 2022080001.

To check whether your vehicle has any open recalls, look up your VIN on the NHTSA recall website or ask a Mercedes-Benz dealer.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 22V494Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLC350E4 vehicles. The transmission wiring harness may be routed improperly, allowing it to chafe against the front drive shaft, which can cause loss of drive power.
Risk
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 26, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022080001.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E2020