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NHTSARecalled Jul 22, 2022 · #22V533000

Misrouted Harness May Corrode and Short-Circuit

Hazard

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Description

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. An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Product details

Product
  • Misrouted Harness May Corrode and Short-Circuit
  • 2019-2021 AMG CLS53
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice