NHTSA Campaign 20V776000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

Issued by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · Reported Dec 11, 2020 · 2,563 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2020 AMG GLC 63 4MATIC vehicles. The power supply cable on the starter might not have been installed correctly, possibly allowing the cable to chafe against the starter housing and short-circuit.

Consequence

If the power supply cable short-circuits, it can result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the starter harness and power supply cable installation, and correct it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021010006.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC63 2018 2,563
MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC63 2019 2,563
MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC63 2020 2,563

Source: NHTSA Campaign 20V776000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.