2019–2022 Mercedes-Benz Amg GT53, Amg E53, Amg CLS53 and more recall: Electrical system: wiring
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 22V533000
- Reported
- July 22, 2022
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Part
- Electrical system: wiring
- Vehicles affected
- About 16,977
What is wrong
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.
Safety risk
An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Mercedes-Benz Amg CLS53 (2019, 2020, 2021); Mercedes-Benz Amg E53 (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022); Mercedes-Benz Amg GT43 (2021, 2022); Mercedes-Benz Amg GT53 (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
What is the fix?
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.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.