Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 20V651000

Steering: electric power assist system

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2020-10-23.

Recall campaignNHTSA 20V651000

Steering: electric power assist system

Component
Steering: electric power assist system
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Vehicles affected
2,533
Reported to NHTSA
2020-10-23
Owners notified
2020-12-11

Defect description

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.

Safety risk

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.

Manufacturer 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.

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.

Scope of coverage

4 model years across 4 models.

ModelYears on record
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC432020
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC632020
Mercedes-Benz GLC 3002020
Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E2020

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.