NHTSA recall 20V-776 (20V776000)
electrical system recall reported December 11, 2020 - about 2,563 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V776000
- Also written as
- 20V-776
- Manufacturer number
- 2021010006
- Reported
- December 11, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~2,563
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2020 AMG GLC 63 4MATIC vehicles. The power supply cable on the starter might not have been installed correctly, possibly allowing the cable to chafe against the starter housing and short-circuit.
Why it is dangerous
If the power supply cable short-circuits, it can result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the starter harness and power supply cable installation, and correct it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021010006.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-776 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
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.