NHTSA Campaign 20V651000

STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Issued by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. · Reported Oct 23, 2020 · 2,533 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLC300, GLC350e, GLC43 AMG, and GLC63 AMG vehicles. The power steering control unit wiring harness may have been damaged during the production process, possibly resulting in a loss of power steering assist or an electrical short-circuit.

Consequence

A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, If the wiring harness short-circuits, there is an increased risk of a fire.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020110012.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC43 2020 2,533
MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC63 2020 2,533
MERCEDES-BENZ GLC 300 2020 2,533
MERCEDES-BENZ GLC 350 E 2020 2,533

Source: NHTSA Campaign 20V651000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.