2020 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG CLS53 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG CLS53 has 0 complaints and 108 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to the vehicle’s electrical and communication systems, based on the recall data.
There are numerous recalls affecting this vehicle, addressing various electrical wiring, software, battery, and emergency communication system defects. These recalls cover a wide range of systems that could impact vehicle safety and functionality.
Recalls- Transmission wiring harness. Recall 24V445000 affects 22,422 vehicles due to possible incorrect wiring that exposes connectors to corrosion and causes electrical short-circuits, increasing fire risk. Dealers will replace the wiring harness and connector free of charge. Interim owner notifications were sent as of August 2024.
- Communication module software. Recall 22V365000 involves 242,722 vehicles with errors in SIM card software that disable the emergency call (eCall) system, risking delayed emergency assistance. Software updates will be delivered over-the-air or dealer-installed free of charge, with phased notifications through 2024.
- Rearview camera display. Recall 22V232000 covers 126,443 vehicles where software errors may prevent the rearview image from displaying, violating federal rear visibility standards and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the software at no cost.
- 12-volt battery security. Recall 22V733000 affects 19,968 vehicles where the trunk battery is not properly secured. A crash could disconnect power to safety features such as emergency calls and hazard lights. Dealers will secure the battery free of charge.
- Transmission wiring harness routing. Recall 22V533000 includes 16,977 vehicles where harness misrouting exposes connectors to corrosion and short circuits, raising fire risk. Dealers will inspect and repair as needed, install an additional bracket, and reroute the harness at no charge.
- Emergency call location accuracy. Recall 21V058000 impacts over 1.29 million vehicles with software failures causing incorrect vehicle location transmission during crashes, potentially delaying emergency responders. Software updates will be provided via dealer or over-the-air free of charge.
- Emergency Call System module. Recall 20V068000 affects 239 vehicles where electrical circuit damage can relay inaccurate vehicle locations during emergencies, delaying aid. Dealers will replace the communication module free of charge.
Owners coping with repeated repairs or multiple unresolved recall issues involving safety defects may have rights under state lemon laws. Consulting a qualified attorney could help assess potential claims related to these defects.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG CLS53 Summary
2020
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
7
Total Recalls
1721029
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG CLS53
22422 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 CLS 53 4MATIC, 2019-2023 E 53 4MATIC Cabriolet, E 53 4MATIC Coupe, E 53 4MATIC Sedan, 2021-2024 GT 43 4MATIC, and 2019-2025 GT 53 4MATIC vehicles. The transmission wiring harness connection might not have been correctly wired during a prior recall repair, and during production. which can expose the electrical connector to corrosion, and result in an electrical short-circuit.
Risk: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG CLS53
126443 vehicles affected
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG CLS53
19968 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 CLS450 Coupe and AMG E53, 2019-2021 AMG CLS53 Coupe, and 2021-2022 E450 vehicles. The 12-Volt battery in the trunk may not be properly secured, which, in the event of a crash, can cause electrical connection failure, disabling various safety features including, emergency call (eCall) system, electric seat adjustment, hazard warning lights, and automatic door locks.
Risk: The inability to operate safety features (eCall system, hazard lights, electric seats, or automatic door locks) can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG CLS53
242722 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.
Risk: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG CLS53
16977 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AMG GT43, 2019-2022 AMG E53, E53 Coupe, E53 Cabriolet, AMG GT53, and 2019-2021 AMG CLS53 vehicles. The transmission wiring harness may be misrouted, which can expose the electrical connector to corrosion, and result in an electrical short-circuit.
Risk: An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG CLS53
1292258 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.
Risk: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG CLS53
239 vehicles affected
COMMUNICATION
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 C300 Cabrio, C300 Cabrio 4MATIC, C300 Coupe, C43 AMG Cabrio 4MATIC, C43 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, C63S AMG Cabrio, CLS53 AMG 4MATIC, E350, E350 4MATIC, E450 Cabrio, E450 Cabrio 4MATIC, E450 Coupe, E450 Coupe 4MATIC, E450 4MATIC, E53 AMG Cabrio 4MATIC, GLC300 Coupe 4MATIC, GLC300, GLC300 4MATIC, GLC63 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, AMG GT63 4-Door 4MATIC, and AMG GT63S 4-Door 4MATIC vehicles. An electrical circuit inside the Emergency Call System (eCall) communication module may be damaged, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location.
Risk: An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
Complaints
No complaints found.