NHTSA recall 22V-678 (22V678000)
electrical system recall reported September 12, 2022 - about 6,752 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 22V678000
- Also written as
- 22V-678
- Manufacturer number
- 2022090011
- Reported
- September 12, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- ~6,752
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 C300 vehicles. Moisture accumulation in the trunk may leak into the signal acquisition module (SAM), causing an electrical short circuit.
Why it is dangerous
An electrical short circuit in the SAM could lead to various malfunctions, such as rear exterior lighting failure, unintentional rear seat folding, and rearview camera failure, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. In addition, an electrical short circuit might increase the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will install a cover for the SAM, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022090011.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-678 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.