NHTSA recall 21V-217 (21V217000)
electrical system recall reported March 26, 2021 - about 493 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V217000
- Also written as
- 21V-217
- Manufacturer number
- 2021040013
- Reported
- March 26, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~493
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 E63S AMG, E63S AMG Wagon, 2019-2021 AMG GT63 4-door, and AMG GT63S 4-door vehicles. The starter motor positive cable may not have been installed correctly, potentially allowing the power supply harness wires to chafe.
Why it is dangerous
Damaged wires may cause a short circuit and result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, 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 and, as necessary, correct the screw connections and position of the positive cable, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040013.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-217 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.