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MERCEDES-BENZ 2022: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Reported: October 6, 2023 Initiated: October 6, 2023 #23V676000

Product Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 AMG SL55 and AMG SL63 vehicles. The electrical wiring harness for the starter and alternator may not be secured properly, which can result in a short circuit and a loss of drive power or cause the harness to overheat.

Reason for Recall

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 AMG SL55 and AMG SL63 vehicles. The electrical wiring harness for the starter and alternator may not be secured properly, which can result in a short circuit and a loss of drive power or cause the harness to overheat.

Hazard

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash, and an overheated electrical wiring harness can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will secure the electrical wiring harness for the starter and alternator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023100014.

Details

Recalling Firm
MERCEDES-BENZ
Distribution
United States

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 AMG SL55 and AMG SL63 vehicles. The electrical wiring harness for the starter and alternator may not be secured properly, which can result in a short circuit and a loss of drive power or cause the harness to overheat.. Recalled by MERCEDES-BENZ.
Why was this product recalled?
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 AMG SL55 and AMG SL63 vehicles. The electrical wiring harness for the starter and alternator may not be secured properly, which can result in a short circuit and a loss of drive power or cause the harness to overheat.
What should consumers do?
Dealers will secure the electrical wiring harness for the starter and alternator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023100014.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the NHTSA on October 6, 2023. Severity: Critical. Recall number: 23V676000.