Mercedes-Benz Recall 23V-463: Electrical system – wiring

Affected: 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43, 2022–2023 Mercedes-Benz C300. Filed with NHTSA on June 30, 2023, covering about 1,558 vehicles.

The problem

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.

The risk

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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign23V-463 (23V463000)
Manufacturer number2023070016,17,18,16
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC
ComponentElectrical system › Wiring
Report dateJune 30, 2023
Owners notifiedAugust 11, 2023
Vehicles affected1,558
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the electrical system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 23V-463 repair free?

Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,558 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.