Recall 20V395000: 2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63, 2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 S, 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 +4 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 6, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 5,399
- Models
- 7
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 C63 AMG, C63 AMG S, AMG GT 53, AMG GT 63, AMG GT 63 S, and 2020 GLC 63 AMG, GLC 63 AMG S vehicles. An incorrect Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software version may cause the ESP system to react inaccurately. On December 18, 2020, an additional 360 vehicles were added to the recall population.
The risk
If the ESP does not react properly to a driving situation, it may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the ESP software, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2020. Letters for the owners of the 360 additional vehicles were mailed January 15, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020080016.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63
- 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63
- 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 S
- 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 S
- 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63
- 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 S
- 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53
- 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53
- 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT63
- 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT63
- 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT63S
- 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT63S
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 20V395000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 2020080016
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
- Owner letters
- Aug 28, 2020
- Components
- Electrical system:software (Electrical System); Electronic stability control (esc) (Driver Assistance & Safety Tech)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology