NHTSA recall 24V446000
Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers
Mercedes-Benz C 300
Reported Jun 14, 20241,058 vehicles affectedMercedes-Benz USA, LLCMaker’s number 2024070005Built Jun 24, 2021 – Aug 20, 2022
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.
The risk
An overheated wire can cause a fire and a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.