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NHTSA recall 23V-463 (23V463000)

electrical system recall reported June 30, 2023 - about 1,558 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number
23V463000
Also written as
23V-463
Manufacturer number
2023070016,17,18,16
Reported
June 30, 2023
Vehicles affected
~1,558
Component
electrical system

What is being recalled

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 C300 and 2023 AMG C43 vehicles. The ground connections for the electrical wiring harness may not be secured properly, which can result in the electrical wiring harness overheating.

Why it is dangerous

An overheated wiring harness can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

Dealers will inspect and repair the ground connections for the electrical wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6373. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2023070016, 2023070017, 2023070018, and 2024070016.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 23V-463 when calling a dealer.

Affected 2 models

Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 - 2023
Mercedes-Benz C 300 - 2022, 2023

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Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.