2022–2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55, Mercedes-Benz AMG SL63: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 23V676000 · 5,326 units potentially affected · filed Oct 6, 2023
What's wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 AMG SL55 and AMG SL63 vehicles. The electrical wiring harness for the starter and alternator may not be secured properly, which can result in a short circuit and a loss of drive power or cause the harness to overheat.
Why it matters
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash, and an overheated electrical wiring harness can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will secure the electrical wiring harness for the starter and alternator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023100014.
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
- 23V676000
- Manufacturer no.
- 2023100014
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Units affected
- 5,326
- Report received
- Oct 6, 2023
- Owner letters
- Nov 20, 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 SL55 2022, 2023
- Mercedes-Benz AMG SL63 2022, 2023