MERCEDES BENZ AMG E63S 2021: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V217000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| MERCEDES BENZ | AMG E63S | 2021 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2021-05-18 | 2021-03-26 | 2021-03-29 |
Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2021040013
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 493
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
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.
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.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
