NHTSA recall 22V733000

Electrical System · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

September 30, 2022report date

19,968units affected

Vehicle recalltype

Details

What's wrong: The 12-volt battery in the trunk may not be properly secured, which, in the event of a crash, can cause electrical connection failure, disabling various safety features including, emergency call (ecall) system, electric seat adjustment, hazard warning lights, and automatic door locks.

Why it matters: The inability to operate safety features (ecall system, hazard lights, electric seats, or automatic door locks) can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

The fix: Dealers will secure the 12v battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2019 Mercedes-Benz Amg Cls53, 2020 Mercedes-Benz Amg Cls53, 2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg Cls53, 2019 Mercedes-Benz Amg E53, 2020 Mercedes-Benz Amg E53, 2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg E53, 2022 Mercedes-Benz Amg E53, 2019 Mercedes-Benz Cls 450, 2020 Mercedes-Benz Cls 450, 2021 Mercedes-Benz Cls 450, 2022 Mercedes-Benz Cls 450, 2021 Mercedes-Benz E 450, 2022 Mercedes-Benz E 450.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 22V733000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.