CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AMG GT43, 2019-2022 AMG E53, E53 Coupe, E53 Cabriolet, AMG GT53, and 2019-2021 AMG CLS53 vehicles. The transmission wiring harness may be misrouted, which can expose the electrical connector to corrosion, and result in an electrical short-circuit.
- Risk
- An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and repair the electrical connector, as necessary. Dealers will also reroute the harness and install an additional bracket. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022080010.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The transmission wiring harness may be misrouted, allowing the electrical connector to be exposed to corrosion. Over time, this corrosion can cause an electrical short circuit, which can increase the risk of a fire.
Authorized dealers will inspect and repair the electrical connector as necessary, reroute the wiring harness, and install an additional bracket to hold it in place. All repairs are free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2022.
If you own an affected vehicle, contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372, referencing recall number 2022080010, or check your VIN for open recalls and schedule a dealer visit.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 | 201920202021 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 | 2019202020212022 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT43 | 20212022 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53 | 2019202020212022 |