Mercedes-Benz Recall 24V-445: Electrical system – wiring

Affected: 2019–2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53, 2019–2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53, 2021–2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT43 and 1 more. Filed with NHTSA on June 14, 2024, covering about 22,422 vehicles.

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 CLS 53 4MATIC, 2019-2023 E 53 4MATIC Cabriolet, E 53 4MATIC Coupe, E 53 4MATIC Sedan, 2021-2024 GT 43 4MATIC, and 2019-2025 GT 53 4MATIC vehicles. The transmission wiring harness connection might not have been correctly wired during a prior recall repair, and during production. which can expose the electrical connector to corrosion, and result in an electrical short-circuit.

The risk

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

The fix

Dealers will replace the two-part wiring harness and connector, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 9, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024100002/3. This recall supersedes recall 22V-533. Vehicles repaired under the prior recall will still need to have the new remedy performed.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign24V-445 (24V445000)
Manufacturer number2024100002/3
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC
ComponentElectrical system › Wiring
Report dateJune 14, 2024
Owners notifiedNovember 15, 2024
Vehicles affected22,422
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the electrical system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 24V-445 repair free?

Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the two-part wiring harness and connector, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 9, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 22,422 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.