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Recall 24V-100: 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53, 2021–2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 and 4 more

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Feb 9, 2024, covering about 12,191 vehicles.

NHTSA number
24V-100
Report date
Feb 9, 2024
Vehicles affected
12,191
Owners notified
Mar 22, 2024

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 CLS450, E450, E450 All-Terrain, AMG E53, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, and 2021 AMG CLS53 vehicles. The 48-volt ground cable connection located in the engine compartment may not be tightened properly and may result in the ground cable overheating.

The risk

An overheated ground cable increases the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the 48-volt ground cable connection and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 22, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024MMNNNN.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC
ComponentElectrical System › Wiring
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number24V100000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS532021All years
Mercedes-Benz AMG E532021, 2022, 2023All years
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT432021, 2022, 2023All years
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT532021, 2022, 2023All years
Mercedes-Benz CLS 4502021, 2022, 2023All years
Mercedes-Benz E 4502021, 2022, 2023All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 24V-100?

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 CLS450, E450, E450 All-Terrain, AMG E53, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, and 2021 AMG CLS53 vehicles. The 48-volt ground cable connection located in the engine compartment may not be tightened properly and may result in the ground cable overheating.

How is recall 24V-100 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the 48-volt ground cable connection and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 22, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024MMNNNN.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.