Mercedes-Benz Recall 22V-232: Back over prevention – display function

Affected: 2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz A220, 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG A35, 2019–2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 and 27 more. Filed with NHTSA on April 8, 2022, covering about 126,443 vehicles.

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

The risk

An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022060007.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign22V-232 (22V232000)
Manufacturer number2022060007
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC
ComponentBack over prevention › Display function
Report dateApril 8, 2022
Owners notifiedJuly 15, 2022
Vehicles affected126,443
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the driver assistance

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 22V-232 repair free?

Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022060007.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 126,443 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.