NHTSA recall 20V-395 (20V395000)
electronic stability control (esc) recall reported July 6, 2020 - about 5,399 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V395000
- Also written as
- 20V-395
- Manufacturer number
- 2020080016
- Reported
- July 6, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~5,399
- Component
- electronic stability control (esc)
What is being recalled
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 C63 AMG, C63 AMG S, AMG GT 53, AMG GT 63, AMG GT 63 S, and 2020 GLC 63 AMG, GLC 63 AMG S vehicles. An incorrect Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software version may cause the ESP system to react inaccurately. On December 18, 2020, an additional 360 vehicles were added to the recall population.
Why it is dangerous
If the ESP does not react properly to a driving situation, it may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the ESP software, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2020. Letters for the owners of the 360 additional vehicles were mailed January 15, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020080016.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-395 when calling a dealer.
Affected 3 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.