Mercedes-Benz C 300: Fuses and circuit breakers

Date

June 14, 2024

Filed by

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Vehicles

Mercedes-Benz C 300 (2022, 2023)

Component

Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses And Circuit Breakers

Description of the defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 C 300 vehicles. The bolt securing the electrical wire to the pre-fuse box could be improperly tightened, causing the wire to overheat. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024070005.

Potentially affected

1058

What can happen

An overheated wire can cause a fire and a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and rework the wiring harness, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2024. Owner may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

Recall 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.

Owner notification date

Aug. 2, 2024

Manufacturer campaign number

2024070005

Recall type

V (vehicle)

Influenced by

MFR

Manufacturer's component

BOLTED CONNECTION · BOLTED CONNECTION · A0070035099

Recall number

24V446000

What should I do? Car recall: how to check your car and get it fixed

Source: NHTSA · Vehicle record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.