CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 G550 and AMG G63 vehicles. The front axle wiring harness may chafe against an oil cooler and become damaged, which can cause a loss of anti-lock brakes (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC).
- Risk
- A loss of anti-lock brakes or electronic stability control can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and either install a protective sleeve or replace the front axle wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023030005.
- 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 front axle wiring harness on certain vehicles may rub against an oil cooler and become damaged. This can cause a loss of anti-lock brakes (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC).
Losing anti-lock brakes or electronic stability control can increase the risk of a crash, because the systems that help prevent wheel lockup and loss of vehicle control may not function as designed.
Dealers will inspect the front axle wiring harness and either install a protective sleeve or replace the harness, as necessary, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2023. You can contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 and reference recall number 2023030005, and you can check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 | 201920202021 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz G 550 | 201920202021 |