Mercedes-Benz AMG GT recalls
76 official safety recalls for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.
Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:
- United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
- United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk
Instrument panel display may go blank
The infotainment control unit may reset while driving, blanking the instrument panel and hiding safety information such as speed and warning lights, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024-2026 AMG GT, C-Class, E-Class, SL, CLE, and GLC vehicles. The infotainment control unit may reset while the vehicle is in motion and cause the instrument panel display to go blank.
- Consequence
- An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the infotainment control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 29, 2026. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2026050004. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 8, 2026.
Starter-generator control unit may become overloaded
The processor in the high-voltage starter-generator control unit may sporadically become overloaded. Service partners will update its software.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- SRPC2501 - Processor Starter/Generator
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz has determined that on certain AMG GT Coupe (192 platform)S-Class (223 platform) SL (232 platform) GLC (254 platform) and AMG GT 4-doorsCoupe (290 platform) vehicles with hybrid powertrain the processor of the control unit of the high-voltage starter generator might experience sporadic overload.
- Remedy
- As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will update the software of the high-voltage starter generator on the affected vehicles.
Software error may cause loss of drive power
A software error may cause the high-voltage starter alternator control unit to fail, resulting in a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the control unit software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 AMG GT 63 S E Performance 4-door coupe, 2025 AMG GLC 63 S E Performance, GLC 63 S E Performance Coupe, AMG GT 63 S E Performance, 2023-2025 AMG S 63 E Performance, and 2024-2025 AMG SL 63 S E Performance vehicles with a hybrid powertrain. A software error may cause the high-voltage starter alternator control unit to fail, causing a loss of drive power.
- Consequence
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the high-voltage starter alternator control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025030012.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Transmission wiring connector may not be secure
The transmission wiring harness connector may not have been correctly repaired. The two-part wiring harness and connector will be replaced with a one-part version.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- SRPC2412 - Tightness of Transmission Wiring Harness Connector
- Defect
- The manufacturer has determined on affected vehicles the electrical connector of the transmission wiring harness might not have been correctly remedied.
- Remedy
- Replace the two-part wiring harness including the connector a with a new one-part variant
Transmission wiring connector may not be secure
The transmission wiring harness connector may not have been correctly repaired. The two-part wiring harness and connector will be replaced with a one-part version.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- SRPC2409 - Tightness of Transmission Wiring Harness Connector
- Defect
- The manufacturer has determined on affected vehicles the electrical connector of the transmission wiring harness might not have been correctly remedied.
- Remedy
- Replace the two-part wiring harness including the connector a with a new one-part variant.
Transmission wiring may short circuit
A wiring harness connection may be incorrect, exposing the connector to corrosion and causing a short circuit that can increase fire risk. Dealers will replace the wiring harness and connector free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 CLS 53 4MATIC, 2019-2023 E 53 4MATIC Cabriolet, E 53 4MATIC Coupe, E 53 4MATIC Sedan, 2021-2024 GT 43 4MATIC, and 2019-2025 GT 53 4MATIC vehicles. The transmission wiring harness connection might not have been correctly wired during a prior recall repair, and during production. which can expose the electrical connector to corrosion, and result in an electrical short-circuit.
- Consequence
- An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the two-part wiring harness and connector, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 9, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024100002/3. This recall supersedes recall 22V-533. Vehicles repaired under the prior recall will still need to have the new remedy performed.
- 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.safercar.gov.
80A fuses may not meet requirements
Some 80A fuses may not meet requirements. The affected main fuse boxes will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- SRPC2401 - System protection
- Defect
- On certain vehicles some 80A fuses installed might not meet requirements.
- Remedy
- Replace the respective main fuse boxes on the affected vehicles.
Ground cable may overheat
The 48-volt ground cable connection may be loose and overheat, increasing fire risk. Dealers will inspect the connection and repair it as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 CLS450, E450, E450 All-Terrain, AMG E53, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, and 2021 AMG CLS53 vehicles. The 48-volt ground cable connection located in the engine compartment may not be tightened properly and may result in the ground cable overheating.
- Consequence
- An overheated ground cable increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the 48-volt ground cable connection and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 22, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024MMNNNN.
- 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.
Fuel pump may shut down
The fuel pump may shut down, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the fuel pump free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.
- Consequence
- A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, October 1, 2024, and December 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 23V-445.
- 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.
Fuel pump impeller may deform
The fuel pump impeller may not meet specifications and may deform. The fuel pump module will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- On affected vehicles the fuel pump impeller might not meet specifications and may deform.
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the fuel pump impeller might not meet specifications and may deform.
- Remedy
- Replace the fuel pump module.
Exit warning system coding may be incorrect
The exit warning system coding may not meet specifications. The multimode radar coding parameters will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- On affected vehicles the coding of the exit warning system might not meet specifications.
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the coding of the exit warning system might not meet specifications.
- Remedy
- Update the coding parameters of the multimode radar.
Exit warning system may not alert occupants
A software error may prevent the exit warning system from giving audio and visual alerts about approaching vehicles, increasing crash or injury risk. Dealers will update the software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:BLINDSPOT:SENSORS
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 E450, E350, AMG E63 S, AMG E53, CLS450, AMG GT53, and AMG GT43 vehicles. Due to a software error, the exit warning system audio and visual warnings may fail to alert occupants about approaching vehicles.
- Consequence
- Failure to alert occupants of an approaching vehicle can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the exit warning system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023080005.
- 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.
Fuel pump may shut down
The fuel pump may shut down and cause loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the fuel pump free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- Consequence
- A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.
- 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.
Center console may unlatch in a crash
The center console may unlatch in certain crashes, allowing its storage compartment to open and unsecured cargo to enter the cabin, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the front center console storage compartment free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG GT53 and AMG GT63 vehicles. In certain types of crash events, the center console may unlatch, allowing the storage compartment to open. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."
- Consequence
- A center console that opens during a crash can allow unsecured cargo to eject into the cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front center console storage compartment, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023010008.
- 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.
Transmission wiring harness may be routed incorrectly
The transmission wiring harness may not be routed to specification. An additional bracket will be fitted to improve its routing, and the connections will be checked and reworked if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE TRANSMISSION WIRING HARNESS MIGHT NOT BE ROUTED ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS
- Defect
- The transmission wiring harness might not be routed according to specifications.
- Remedy
- Fit additional bracket to optimise the wiring routing. Check the harness connections and rework if necessary.
Transmission wiring may short circuit
A misrouted transmission wiring harness may expose its connector to corrosion and cause a short circuit, increasing fire risk. Dealers will inspect and repair the connector as needed, reroute the harness, and install a bracket, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
Carbon fibre driveshaft bonding may fail
The bond between the carbon fibre driveshaft and the engine or transmission flange may not meet specification. The shaft will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE BONDING OF THE CARBON-FIBRE DRIVESHAFT AND THE ENGINE-/TRANSMISSION FLANG MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
- Defect
- The bonding of the carbon-fibre driveshaft and the engine-/transmission flange might not meet specifications.
- Remedy
- Check the carbon-fibre shaft on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
SIM card software may disable emergency calls
A software error may cause a mobile network connection failure and disable the emergency call system. Occupants may be unable to contact emergency services, delaying responders and increasing injury risk. The communication module software will be updated over the air or by a dealer, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.
- Consequence
- A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers are for this recall is 2022060005 and 2023110006.
- 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.
Hands-off detection may miss hands away from the wheel
The hands-off detection system may not detect when the driver's hands are away from the steering wheel. The remedy is to update the system coding.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE HANDS-OFF DETECTION MIGHT NOT DETECT WHEN THE DRIVER'S HANDS ARE AWAY FROM THE STEERING WHEEL
- Defect
- The hands-off detection might not detect when the driver's hands are away from the steering wheel.
- Remedy
- Update the coding of the hand detection system on the affected vehicles.
Steering wheel hands-off detection may fail
A software error may prevent the system from detecting when the driver's hands are off the steering wheel. Warnings and emergency stop assistance features may not work, increasing crash or injury risk. Dealers will update the control unit software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, EClass Coupe/Convertible, CLS, AMG GT 4-doors Coupe, and EQS vehicles with a heated leather steering wheel. Due to a software error in the hand detection control unit, the hands-off detection might not detect when the driver's hands are away from the steering wheel when using the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC system.
- Consequence
- Deactivated hands-off detection will prevent DISTRONIC system features from functioning, including warnings to grab the steering wheel and calling first responders as part of the Active Emergency Stop Assist, which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the hand detection control unit software for the DISTRONIC system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 6, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040010.
- 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.
Fuel rail particle may cause a leak
A particle in the fuel rail may cause a leak between the rail and an injector. The fuel rail and injectors will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- A PARTICLE IN THE FUEL RAIL MIGHT LEAD TO A LEAK BETWEEN THE FUEL RAIL AND THE INJECTOR
- Defect
- A particle in the fuel rail might lead to a leak between the fuel rail and the fuel injector.�
- Remedy
- Replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors on the affected vehicles.�
Front wheel speed sensor wiring may be too short
The front wheel speed sensor wiring harness may not meet length requirements. The affected wiring harness will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ON CERTAIN VEHICLESTHE LENGTH OF THE WIRING HARNESS OF THE FRONT WHEEL SPEED SENSORS MIGHT NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS
- Defect
- On certain vehicles the length of the wiring harness of the front wheel speed sensors might not meet the requirements.
- Remedy
- Replace the wiring harness of the front speed sensor on the affected vehicles.
Wheel speed sensor wiring may be damaged
The front wheel speed sensor wiring may be the wrong length and become damaged, impairing stability and traction control or anti-lock brakes. Dealers will replace the wiring harness free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GT Black Series vehicles. The wiring harness for the front wheel speed sensor may be the incorrect length, which could result in damage to the harness during certain driving conditions.
- Consequence
- A damaged speed sensor wiring harness can impair dynamic control functions, such as stability and traction control, and anti-lock brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 18, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
- 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.
Fuel rail may leak
Particles trapped between the fuel rail and injectors may cause a fuel leak. Fuel near an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase fire risk. Dealers will replace the fuel rail and injectors, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG G63, C300, E300, G550, AMG GT63, AMG GT53, 2019-2020 A220, GLA250, GLC300, 2016 C300, 2020 AMG A35, AMG C43, AMG C63, CLA250, E350, E450, GLB250, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, S560, and SL550 vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine. During the manufacturing process, particles may have been trapped between the fuel rail and injectors, which can cause a fuel leak.
- Consequence
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for the recall is 2022030003.
- 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.
Emergency call system may not behave as specified
The emergency call system may not behave as specified. The communication module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
- Defect
- The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
- Remedy
- Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Emergency call system may not meet specifications
The emergency call system may not behave as specified. The communication module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
- Defect
- The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
- Remedy
- Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Side crash sensor connectors may come loose
Side crash sensor connectors may come loose, delaying air bag and seat belt activation in a side impact and increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the sensors as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- AIR BAGS:SENSOR:SIDE IMPACT
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG CLS53, E350, E450, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, 2020 S450, S560, G550, AMG GLC63, 2020-2021 GLC300, and AMG G63 vehicles. The side crash sensor connectors may come loose, which could delay the activation of air bags and seatbelts during a side impact crash.
- Consequence
- Air bags and seatbelts that don't function as intended can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the side impact crash sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021070032/33.
- 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.
Rear seat belt retractors may deactivate early
Rear seat belt retractors may deactivate early, preventing a child restraint from securing properly and increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the rear seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 G550, AMG G63, E350, E450, AMG CLS53, AMG E53, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, AMG GT63, 2021-2022 CLS450, and AMG E63 vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence
- An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owners notified of the voluntary recall campaign by an interim letter on August 13, 2021. A final letter was mailed on September 24, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
- 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.
Carbon-fiber driveshaft may separate
Insufficient bonding between the driveshaft and flange may cause the driveshaft to separate, resulting in a loss of drive power and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the driveshaft as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 AMG GT vehicles. The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the flange may be insufficient, which could result in driveshaft separation.
- Consequence
- A separated driveshaft may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the carbon-fiber driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 15, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021090008.
- 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.
Multimedia software may disable rearview camera display
The multimedia system may show a black screen or reboot, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying and reducing rear visibility. A dealer or over-the-air update will install new software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, and AMG GT-Class 4-door Coupe vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The MBUX multimedia system software may cause the display to remain black, or reboot after startup. This could result in the rearview camera image not displaying properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- The multimedia system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 28, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6373. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021050012.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Emergency call system may not behave as specified
The emergency call system may not behave as specified. The communication module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
- Defect
- The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
- Remedy
- Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Emergency call system may not work as specified
The emergency call system may not behave as specified. The communication module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
- Defect
- The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
- Remedy
- Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Emergency call system may not meet specifications
The emergency call system may not behave as specified. The remedy is to update the communication module software.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
- Defect
- The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
- Remedy
- Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Emergency call system may not meet specifications
The emergency call system may not behave as specified. The communication module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
- Defect
- The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
- Remedy
- Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Emergency call system may not work to specification
The emergency call system may not behave as intended. Update the communication module software.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
- Defect
- The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
- Remedy
- Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Emergency call system may not behave as specified
The emergency call system may not behave as specified. The communication module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
- Defect
- The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
- Remedy
- Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Emergency call system may not meet specifications
The emergency call system may not behave as specified. The communication module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
- Defect
- The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
- Remedy
- Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Starter motor power connection may be incorrectly fitted
The starter motor power connection may not meet specifications. Dealers will check the connection and positive wire position and correct them if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE SCREW CONNECTION OF THE POWER SUPPLY ON THE STARTER MIGHT NOT HAVE BEEN INSTALLED ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS
- Defect
- The screw connection of the power supply on the starter motor might not have been installed according to specifications.
- Remedy
- Check the screw connections of the starter motor and the position of the plus wire on the affected vehicles and correct them if necessary.
Wheel hub caps may not meet specifications
The wheel hub caps may not have been made to specification. They will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- WHEEL HUB CAPS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- Wheel hub caps may not have been manufactured according to specification.
- Remedy
- Replace the wheel hub caps on the affected vehicles.
Seat switch fault may affect air bags and seat belts
A faulty electrical contact in the seat position switch may prevent the air bags and seat belt force limiters from activating properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will replace the seat position switches free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SEATS
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLC, CLS, AMG GT 4-door Coupe and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. A faulty electrical contact within the seat position switch may prevent the driver and passenger air bags and seat belt force limiters from properly activating during a crash.
- Consequence
- Air bags and seat belts that do not perform properly in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat position switches, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040016.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Starter cable may chafe and damage wiring
The starter motor positive cable may be installed incorrectly, allowing wiring to chafe. Damaged wires may short, stall the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash or fire. Dealers will inspect and, as necessary, correct the connections and cable position free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 E63S AMG, E63S AMG Wagon, 2019-2021 AMG GT63 4-door, and AMG GT63S 4-door vehicles. The starter motor positive cable may not have been installed correctly, potentially allowing the power supply harness wires to chafe.
- Consequence
- Damaged wires may cause a short circuit and result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, a short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, correct the screw connections and position of the positive cable, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040013.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Emergency call system may be deactivated
The communication module may have been deactivated during service, disabling the emergency call function. Occupants may be unable to contact emergency services through the call centre, potentially delaying help and increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect and activate the module if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATION
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 C300, E300, 2018-2020 CLA250, 2020 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG GT53, GLE450, 2018 AMG E63, AMG GTA, 2017-2020 GLA250, GLC300, 2019 GLC350, AMG GLC43, 2017-2018 GLE350, 2019 AMG GLC 43, GLC350, GLE400, 2017 GLS450, S550, C300 Cabrio, and 2018-2019 S560 vehicles. On June 18, 2021, an additional 9 vehicles were added, including certain 2021 GLA250, GLC300, 2018 S450, E400, and 2017 CLA250 vehicles. The communication module might have been inadvertently deactivated during a service visit, which could have disabled the Emergency Call (eCall) function.
- Consequence
- A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting emergency services through the call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the communication module and activate it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2021. Letters for the owners of the 9 additional vehicles were mailed July 9, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021030005.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Emergency call system may send incorrect location
A communication module software issue may send an incorrect vehicle location during an emergency call after a crash, potentially dispatching responders to the wrong place and increasing injury risk. A dealer or over-the-air update will correct the software, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATION
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.
- Consequence
- Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Wheel hub caps may detach
Wheel hub caps may detach while driving and become a road hazard, increasing crash or injury risk for other road users. Dealers will replace the caps, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- WHEELS:HUBCAP/COVER
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 AMG GT53 4MATIC and AMG GT63 4MATIC vehicles. The wheel-hub caps may detach while driving.
- Consequence
- If the wheel-hub caps detach, they can become a road hazard, and increase the risk of a crash or injury for other road users.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheel-hub caps, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021030014.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Headlights may be aimed too high
Headlights aimed too high may reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic and increase crash risk. Dealers will check and correct the headlight aim if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 AMG GT vehicles. The headlights may have been incorrectly aimed too high. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamp, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence
- Incorrectly aimed headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the headlight aim, and correct it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 20, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020120016.
- 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.safercar.gov.
ESP control unit software may not meet specifications
The ESP control unit software may not meet specifications. The software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE SOFTWARE OF THE ESP CONTROL UNIT MAY NOT MEET THE SPECIFICATIONS
- Defect
- The software of the ESP control unit might not meet the specifications.
- Remedy
- Update the software for the ESP control unit on the affected vehicles.
Seat belt warning may not work as specified
The seat belt warning function may not meet specification. The correct warning scenario will be activated in the instrument cluster.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE SEAT BELT WARNING FUNCTION DOES NOT MEET THE SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- The seat belt warning function does not meet the specification
- Remedy
- Activate the correct seat belt warning scenario in the instrument cluster
Emergency call system software may not meet specifications
The communication module software for the emergency call system does not meet specifications. The software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM (eCall) DOES NOT MEET THE SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the software of the communication module for the emergency call system does not meet the specification
- Remedy
- Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system
Engine control unit software may not meet specifications
The engine control unit software may not meet specifications. The diesel engine control unit software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT SOFTWARE NAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
- Defect
- The engine control unit software might not meet the specifications.
- Remedy
- Update the diesel engine control unit software on the affected vehicles.
Left rear seat backrest lock may not meet specifications
The left rear seat backrest lock may not meet specifications. It will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE LEFT REAR SEAT BACKREST LOCK MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
- Defect
- The left rear seat backrest lock might not meet the specifications
- Remedy
- Replace the left rear seat backrest lock on the affected vehicles.
Seat belt buckle may fail to detect a fastened belt
A correctly fastened seat belt may be detected as unfastened, impairing the restraint system. The affected buckles will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- CERTAIN FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLES MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- A correctly fastened seat belt could be detected as not fastened impairing the restraint system
- Remedy
- Check the relevant seat belt buckles in the affected vehicles and replace if necessary
Stability control software may react inaccurately
Incorrect stability control software may cause the system to react inaccurately, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 C63 AMG, C63 AMG S, AMG GT 53, AMG GT 63, AMG GT 63 S, and 2020 GLC 63 AMG, GLC 63 AMG S vehicles. An incorrect Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software version may cause the ESP system to react inaccurately. On December 18, 2020, an additional 360 vehicles were added to the recall population.
- Consequence
- If the ESP does not react properly to a driving situation, it may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the ESP software, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2020. Letters for the owners of the 360 additional vehicles were mailed January 15, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020080016.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Rear seatback latch may fail
The left-rear seatback latch may not withstand certain loads and could fail if struck by cargo, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will replace the latch free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 E450, AMG E63S, GLC300, AMG GLC43, AMG GLC63, AMG GT53, and AMG GT63 vehicles equipped with rear seatbacks that can be electrically unlatched. The left-rear seatback latch may not be strong enough to withstand certain loads. If cargo were to strike the left-rear seatback, the latch may fail.
- Consequence
- In the event of a crash, if the left-rear seatback latch fails, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left-rear seatback latch, free of charge. The recall began August 17, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070004.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Emergency call system may give incorrect location
The emergency call module may lack a ground wire, causing it to send an incorrect vehicle location or prevent voice communication with the call centre. This may delay emergency responders and increase injury risk. Dealers will repair the wiring harness, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- COMMUNICATION
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 AMG GT vehicles. The emergency call system (eCall) communication module may be missing the wiring harness ground line, which may cause the system to relay an inaccurate vehicle location, and restrict the ability to communicate verbally with the call center.
- Consequence
- An inaccurate vehicle location or the inability to communicate with the call center may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will repair the wiring harness of the communication module, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060010.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Emergency call module may send an incorrect location
A damaged circuit in the emergency call module may send an inaccurate vehicle location, delaying emergency responders and increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the module free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- COMMUNICATION
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 C300 Cabrio, C300 Cabrio 4MATIC, C300 Coupe, C43 AMG Cabrio 4MATIC, C43 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, C63S AMG Cabrio, CLS53 AMG 4MATIC, E350, E350 4MATIC, E450 Cabrio, E450 Cabrio 4MATIC, E450 Coupe, E450 Coupe 4MATIC, E450 4MATIC, E53 AMG Cabrio 4MATIC, GLC300 Coupe 4MATIC, GLC300, GLC300 4MATIC, GLC63 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, AMG GT63 4-Door 4MATIC, and AMG GT63S 4-Door 4MATIC vehicles. An electrical circuit inside the Emergency Call System (eCall) communication module may be damaged, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location.
- Consequence
- An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the communication module, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020030016.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Transmission wiring harness may chafe and stall engine
An unsecured transmission wiring harness may chafe against the drive shaft and cause the engine to stall, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect the clips and harness and repair or replace them as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG GT63 4MATIC and AMG GT63S 4MATIC vehicles. A wiring harness for the automatic transmission may not be properly secured, allowing it to chafe against the drive shaft and possibly cause an engine stall.
- Consequence
- An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting clips and wiring harness, and repair or replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020020016.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Turbocharger oil feed line may leak
The turbocharger oil feed line may leak. If oil contacts a hot engine or exhaust part, it can increase fire risk. Dealers will replace the oil feed line free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 E63 AMG 4MATIC, E63S AMG 4MATIC Wagon, S63 AMG Cabrio 4MATIC, S63 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, and S63 AMG 4MATIC and 2019 G63 AMG 4MATIC, AMG GT63 4MATIC, AMG GT63S 4MATIC vehicles equipped with 4.0L 8-cylinder gasoline turbocharged engines. The oil feed line to the turbocharger may leak.
- Consequence
- An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil feed line to the turbocharger, free of charge. The recall began March 20, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020020023.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Driveshaft bonding may not meet specification
The bond between the carbon-fibre driveshaft and the engine or transmission flange may not meet specification. The driveshaft will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE BONDING BETWEEN THE CARBON FIBRE DRIVESHAFT AND THE ENGINE TRANSMISSION FLANGE MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
- Defect
- The bonding between the carbon-fibre driveshaft and the engine-/transmission flange might not meet the specification.
- Remedy
- Replace the carbon-fibre driveshaft on the affected vehicles.
Front seat belts may be detected as unfastened
A correctly fastened front seat belt may be detected as unfastened, deactivating the electric PRE-SAFE function and pretensioner. They may not deploy in a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect the front seat belt buckles and replace them as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SEAT BELTS
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 E400 Wagon 4MATIC, E400 4MATIC, E43 AMG 4MATIC, 2018-2019 E63S AMG 4MATIC Wagon, E63 AMG 4MATIC Wagon, E300, E300 4MATIC, GLC63S Coupe AMG 4MATIC, 2019 CLS450, CLS450 4MATIC, CLS53 AMG 4MATIC, E450 Wagon, E53 AMG 4MATIC, GLC300, GLC63 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, G550 4MATIC, G63 AMG, GLC300 Coupe 4MATIC, GLC300 4MATIC, GLC350e 4MATIC, GLC43 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, GLC43 AMG 4MATIC, GLC63 AMG 4MATIC, GT63 AMG four-door 4MATIC, and GT63S AMG four-door 4MATIC vehicles. Although correctly fastened, the front seat belts may be inaccurately detected as being unfastened, which may cause the electric PRE-SAFE®-function and the pretensioner to be deactivated.
- Consequence
- The electric PRE-SAFE®-function and the seat belt pretensioners may not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belt buckles, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020020017.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Emergency call system may report an inaccurate location
A software fault may cause the emergency call system's date and time to differ from the actual date and time, potentially giving an inaccurate vehicle location and delaying responders. Dealers will check the remote update or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- COMMUNICATION
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf
- Consequence
- An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019120008.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Radar control unit software may not meet specification
The radar control unit software may not meet specification. The radar sensor control unit software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE SOFTWARE OF THE RADAR CONTROL UNIT MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- ; The software of the radar control unit might not meet the specification
- Remedy
- Update the software of the radar sensor control unit on the affected vehicles.
Radar software may impair automatic braking
A software error in the radar sensor control unit may impair automatic braking, so the system may not apply partial or full braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 C300 Cabrio, C300A Cabrio 4MATIC, C300 Coupe, C300 Coupe 4MATIC, C300, C300 4MATIC, C43 AMG Cabrio 4MATIC, C43 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, C43 AMG 4MATIC, C63 AMG Cabrio, C63S AMG Cabrio, C63 AMG Coupe, C63S AMG Coupe, C63 AMG, C63S AMG, CLS450, CLS450 4MATIC, CLS53 AMG 4MATIC, E300, E300 4MATIC, E450 Cabrio, E450 Cabrio 4MATIC, E450 Coupe, E450 Coupe 4MATIC, E450 Wagon 4MATIC, E450 4MATIC, E53 AMG Cabrio 4MATIC, E53 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, E53 AMG 4MATIC, E63S AMG 4MATIC, E63S AMG Wagon 4MATIC, S450, S450 4MATIC, S560 Cabrio, S560 Coupe 4MATIC, S560, S560 4MATIC, S560 4MATIC Maybach, S63 AMG Cabrio 4MATIC, S63 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, S63 AMG 4MATIC, S65 AMG Cabrio, S65 AMG, and AMG GT53 Coupe 4MATIC vehicles, and 2020 GLC300 Coupe 4MATIC, GLE350 4MATIC, and GLE450 4MATIC vehicles equipped with the Driver Assistance Package. A software error in the radar sensor control unit may impair the functionality of the Active Brake Assist.
- Consequence
- An impaired Active Brake Assist may not automatically apply partial or full braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the radar sensor control unit software, free of charge. The recall began September 13, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019080008.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Driveshaft may separate while driving
Insufficient bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the engine or transmission flange may cause the driveshaft to separate while moving. This may cause loss of drive and increase crash risk. Dealers will replace the driveshaft and flange free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 AMG GTS and 2017 AMG GT vehicles. The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the engine/transmission flange may be insufficient, causing the driveshaft to separate while in motion.
- Consequence
- If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of drive, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the carbon-fiber draft shaft, including the flange, free of charge. The recall began November 4, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019090018.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Front seat belt housing rivets may fail
Rivets securing the front seat belt housing cover may not meet specifications and may fail. The driver and front passenger seat belts will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- RIVETING OF THE SEAT BELT HOUSING COVER AT FRONT SEATS MAY NOT COMPLY WITH SPECIFICATION AND RIVETS MAY FAIL
- Defect
- The riveting of the seat belt housing cover at the front seats may not comply with the specification.
- Remedy
- Replace the driver and front passenger side seat belts in the affected vehicles.
Air bags may deploy both stages in a low-speed crash
A software incompatibility may cause both stages of the frontal air bags to deploy in a low-speed crash instead of only the first stage, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will update the air bag control unit software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Cabrio and AMG GT-C Cabrio vehicles. Due to a software incompatibility, in the event of a low speed crash, both stages of the frontal air bags may deploy instead of only the first-stage deploying as intended.
- Consequence
- If the air bags do not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018100008.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Front seat belt webbing may jam
The front seat belt webbing may jam in its guide loop, affecting belt operation and potentially increasing injury risk in a collision. The spacer ring will be removed and an additional slide element fitted.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FRONT SEAT BELT MAY JAM
- Defect
- The front seat belt webbing may jam in the belt guide loop. This may affect the operation of the belt. As a result the risk of injury may possibly be increased in the event of a collision.
- Remedy
- On affected vehicles remove the spacer ring and install an additional slide element for the seat belt guide to prevent jamming.
Front seat belt webbing may jam
The front seat belt webbing may jam in its guide loop, affecting belt operation. The spacer ring will be removed and an additional slide element fitted to the guide.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FRONT SEAT BELT MAY JAM
- Defect
- The front seat belt webbing may jam in the belt guide loop. This may affect the operation of the belt.
- Remedy
- On affected vehicles remove the spacer ring and install an additional slide element for the seat belt guide to prevent jamming.
Driver air bag inflator may rupture
Defective steel in the driver air bag inflator housing may cause improper inflation or rupture during deployment, potentially causing serious injury or death. Dealers will replace the driver air bag module, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 AMG GT, AMG GT C, GLC43 AMG 4Matic, GLC300, GLC300 4Matic and GLC350e 4Matic vehicles. The housing for the driver side air bag inflator may have been made with defective steel. In the event of an air bag deployment, the defective steel may cause the inflator to improperly inflate the driver-side air bag and potentially rupture.
- Consequence
- In the event of a crash involving driver air bag deployment, an improperly inflated air bag and/or an inflator rupture with sharp metal fragments might result in serious injury or death to the driver or to occupants.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 29, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Roll bar may contact the seat head restraint
With the seat in its rearmost position, the head restraint may contact the roll bar. The roll bar will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ROLL BAR CONFIGURATION DOES NOT MEET LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
- Defect
- On AMG- GT R vehicles fitted with Track package the combination of Sport Seat and Rollbar does not meet requirements. In the rearmost postion it is possibel the seat headretraint could contact the roll bar.
- Remedy
- On affected vehicles replace the Rollbar
Passenger seat occupancy sensor may malfunction
The passenger seat occupancy system may not work as intended, affecting passenger airbag operation. The software will be updated and the passenger seat cushion replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANCY SENSING SYSTEM MAY MALFUNCTION
- Defect
- The passenger seat occupancy classification system may not function as specified. This may cause or adversely affect the operation of the passenger air bag. deployment.
- Remedy
- On affected vehicles update the software and if necessary replace the passenger seat cushion.
Seat belt may bind and develop slack
A seat belt may bind in its guide, allowing slack to develop as the occupant moves. This may increase injury risk in a crash. Dealers will reconfigure the belt guides, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SEAT BELTS
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT, AMG GT R, AMG GT C and AMG GT S vehicles. The seat belts may bind within the guidance loops possibly causing slack in the seat belts.
- Consequence
- If the seat belt binds, slack may develop through occupant movement which may lead to increased personal injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will reconfigure the seat belt guides, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA'S number for this recall is 2017120018.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Passenger airbag may activate or deactivate incorrectly
The passenger occupant classification system may malfunction, causing the frontal airbag to activate or deactivate incorrectly in a crash and increasing injury risk. Dealers will update the software and replace the seat cushion if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 AMG GT & AMG GT-C Roadster and 2018 AMG GT-S & GT Roadster vehicles equipped with AMG Performance Seats. The passenger occupant classification system (OCS) might not function properly, possibly causing the passenger frontal air bag to be incorrectly deactivated or incorrectly activated in the event of a crash.
- Consequence
- A passenger air bag that is incorrectly activated or deactivated in the event of a crash increases the risk of injury due to potential incorrect airbag deployment or non-deployment.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, and if necessary, replace the passenger seat cushion, free of charge. Owners will be notified of the recall in January 2018 and they will receive a second letter when the parts become available, currently expected to be in February 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Window airbags may deploy incorrectly
An incorrect wiring connector assignment may swap left and right airbag actuation, so the wrong airbag could deploy in a collision and fail to provide the intended protection. The airbag control plug pin assignment will be corrected.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- WINDOW AIRBAGS MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY AS INTENDED
- Defect
- The left and right airbag actuation has been swapped due to an incorrect connector assignment on the wiring harness. In a collision where the airbags are required to deploy the incorrect airbag could be deployed with the protective affect not being ensured.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and correct the pin assignment on the airbag control plug.
Incorrect software may affect air bag deployment
Incorrect software in control units may affect air bag deployment in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will update the affected software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 AMG GT-S, GLC300, CLA250 and GLE300d 4Matic vehicles, 2013 C250, E350 BlueTec and G63 AMG vehicles, 2008-2014 C300 vehicles, 2013-2014 C300 4Matic and ML350 4Matic vehicles, 2009 C350 vehicles, 2014 CLS550, E350 4Matic, E350 Coupe 4Matic, E350 Wagon 4Matic, GLK350 and SL550 vehicles, 2012 CLS550 4Matic vehicles, 2012-2016 E350 vehicles, 2016-2017 GL450 4Matic vehicles, 2012-2014 ML350 4Matic BlueTec vehicles, 2015 S550, S550 4Matic and C300 4Matic Sedan vehicles, 2015-2016 C300 Sedan vehicles, and 2017 SL63 AMG vehicles. Various control units on these vehicles may have been updated with incorrect software, potentially affecting the correct deployment of the air bags in the event of a crash.
- Consequence
- If the air bags do not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update software in the affected control units, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Drive shaft connection may cause loss of drive
The carbon drive shaft may not be correctly connected to the engine or transmission flange. This may cause transmission noise or malfunction, and in isolated cases loss of drive. The shaft will be checked and replaced if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE MAY STALL/STOP UNEXPECTEDLY
- Defect
- The connection of the carbon drive shaft to the engine/transmission flange may not be to specification. Warnings of the development of the concern are: there will be noise malfunctions in the transmission and in isolated cases loss of drive.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the drive shaft. If necessary the drive shaft will be replaced.
Driveshaft bond may fail
The bond between the carbon-fibre driveshaft and rear flange may fail, causing loss of torque to the rear wheels. The vehicle may become unable to move or decelerate while in motion, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the driveshaft as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 AMG GT S vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015 to July 24, 2015. In affected vehicles, the adhesive bond between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the rear flange may fail, and as a result, there may be a loss of torque to the rear wheels.
- Consequence
- If the adhesive bond fails and results in a loss of torque to the rear wheels, the vehicle operator may be unable to move the vehicle, or may experience deceleration if the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the carbon-fiber driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 29, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2016050008.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.