2022–2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43, Mercedes-Benz C 300: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 23V463000 · 1,558 units potentially affected · filed Jun 30, 2023
What's wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 C300 and 2023 AMG C43 vehicles. The ground connections for the electrical wiring harness may not be secured properly, which can result in the electrical wiring harness overheating.
Why it matters
An overheated wiring harness can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and repair the ground connections for the electrical wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6373. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2023070016, 2023070017, 2023070018, and 2024070016.
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V463000
- Manufacturer no.
- 2023070016,17,18,16
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Units affected
- 1,558
- Report received
- Jun 30, 2023
- Owner letters
- Aug 11, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 2023
- Mercedes-Benz C 300 2022, 2023