MERCEDES BENZ C300 2023: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 24V446000

Make Model Year
MERCEDES BENZ C300 2023
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2024-08-02 2024-06-14 2024-06-17

Production Dates: 2021-06-24 - 2022-08-20

Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2024070005

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1058

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC "MBUSA" is recalling certain 2022-2023 C 300 vehicles. The bolt securing the electrical wire to the pre-fuse box could be improperly tightened, causing the wire to overheat. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024070005.

Consequence

An overheated wire can cause a fire and a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and rework the wiring harness, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2024. Owner may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

Notes

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.