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Recall 22V-533

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalled the 2019 to 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 and 3 other models: Electrical system (wiring).

At a glance

Campaign number
22V-533
Reported
July 22, 2022
Vehicles affected
16,977 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

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.

The 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-[removed]. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022080010.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles