2020 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT53 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT53 has 0 complaints and 128 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report recall issues related to electrical system wiring, communication module malfunctions, and safety equipment defects. Several recalls involve software updates and hardware replacements to address fire risks and emergency communication failures.
The vehicle is subject to numerous recalls affecting various systems including electrical wiring, wheel components, seating latches, communication modules, and electronic stability control. These recalls address potential fire hazards, safety equipment malfunctions, and emergency response system impairments.
Recalls- Electrical wiring harness. NHTSA recall 24V445000 affects 22,422 vehicles due to improperly wired transmission wiring harness connections. Corrosion at electrical connectors can cause short circuits and increase fire risk. Dealers will replace the wiring harness and connector free of charge. Interim owner letters began August 9, 2024.
- Wheel-hub caps detachment. Recall 20V800000 affects 1,142 vehicles where wheel-hub caps may detach during driving creating road hazards and crash risk. Dealers will replace the wheel-hub caps free of charge and almond owners starting May 7, 2021.
- Rear seatback latch failure. Recall 20V328000 covers 1,352 vehicles with a left-rear seatback latch potentially unable to withstand cargo loads. Failure during a crash can increase injury risk. Dealers will replace the latch at no cost. Owner notification began August 17, 2020.
- Transmission wiring harness misrouting. Recall 22V533000 impacts 16,977 vehicles with wiring harnesses possibly misrouted causing connector exposure and electrical short circuits leading to fire hazards. Repairs include inspection, rerouting, and bracket installation free of charge. Letters mailed October 14, 2022.
- Emergency call (eCall) system failure. Recall 21V058000 involves 1,292,258 vehicles where communication module software may fail to send correct crash location, delaying emergency response and increasing injury risk. Dealers perform software updates via dealer or OTA free of charge. Recall started March 12, 2021.
- Communication module deactivation. Recall 21V072000 affects 67 vehicles with modules possibly disabled during service visits, impairing emergency calls. Dealers will inspect and reactivate the module free of charge. Recall began March 31, 2021.
- Electronic Stability Program software error. Recall 20V395000 encompasses 5,399 vehicles where incorrect ESP software causes improper system reactions to driving conditions, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update software free of charge. Notification started August 28, 2020.
Given the high number of recalls and the involvement of critical safety and electrical systems, owners dealing with repeated repairs or unresolved recall repairs may have rights under state lemon laws. Consulting with legal experts on consumer protection and lemon law claims is advisable for those facing ongoing issues with this vehicle.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT53 Summary
2020
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
7
Total Recalls
1339617
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT53
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 GT53
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 GT53
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 GT53
67 vehicles affected
COMMUNICATION
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 C300, E300, 2018-2020 CLA250, 2020 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG GT53, GLE450, 2018 AMG E63, AMG GTA, 2017-2020 GLA250, GLC300, 2019 GLC350, AMG GLC43, 2017-2018 GLE350, 2019 AMG GLC 43, GLC350, GLE400, 2017 GLS450, S550, C300 Cabrio, and 2018-2019 S560 vehicles. On June 18, 2021, an additional 9 vehicles were added, including certain 2021 GLA250, GLC300, 2018 S450, E400, and 2017 CLA250 vehicles. The communication module might have been inadvertently deactivated during a service visit, which could have disabled the Emergency Call (eCall) function.
Risk: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting emergency services through the call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT53
5399 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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.
Risk: If the ESP does not react properly to a driving situation, it may increase the risk of a crash.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT53
1352 vehicles affected
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 E450, AMG E63S, GLC300, AMG GLC43, AMG GLC63, AMG GT53, and AMG GT63 vehicles equipped with rear seatbacks that can be electrically unlatched. The left-rear seatback latch may not be strong enough to withstand certain loads. If cargo were to strike the left-rear seatback, the latch may fail.
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the left-rear seatback latch fails, it can increase the risk of injury.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT53
1142 vehicles affected
WHEELS:HUBCAP/COVER
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 AMG GT53 4MATIC and AMG GT63 4MATIC vehicles. The wheel-hub caps may detach while driving.
Risk: If the wheel-hub caps detach, they can become a road hazard, and increase the risk of a crash or injury for other road users.
Complaints
No complaints found.