NHTSA recall 22V-533 (22V533000)
electrical system recall reported July 22, 2022 - about 16,977 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 22V533000
- Also written as
- 22V-533
- Manufacturer number
- 2022080010
- Reported
- July 22, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- ~16,977
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AMG GT43, 2019-2022 AMG E53, E53 Coupe, E53 Cabriolet, AMG GT53, and 2019-2021 AMG CLS53 vehicles. The transmission wiring harness may be misrouted, which can expose the electrical connector to corrosion, and result in an electrical short-circuit.
Why it is dangerous
An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will inspect and repair the electrical connector, as necessary. Dealers will also reroute the harness and install an additional bracket. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022080010.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-533 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.