2022 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT53 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2022 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT53 has 0 complaints and 55 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to electrical system wiring, fuel system malfunctions affecting the fuel pump, and software concerns impacting steering safety features.
There are 55 recalls affecting various systems including electrical wiring, fuel delivery, and steering components. These recalls address defects that increase the risk of fire, loss of drive power, and reduced effectiveness of driver assistance systems.
Recalls- Electrical wiring connections. Recall 24V100000 affects 12,191 vehicles with a potentially loose 48-volt ground cable in the engine compartment leading to overheating and fire risk. Dealers will inspect and repair the cable. Owner notification occurred in March 2024.
- Transmission wiring harness. Recall 24V445000 involves 22,422 vehicles where wiring may have been incorrectly installed during a prior recall or production. Exposure to corrosion risks electrical short circuits and fire. Dealers will replace the wiring harness and connector free of charge. Interim notices began in August 2024.
- Fuel pump shutdown. Recall 23V880000 covers 79,676 vehicles with a defect causing fuel pump failure and loss of drive power, which raises crash risk. Dealers will replace the fuel pump at no cost. Notifications started in February 2024 in phased mailings.
- Fuel pump malfunction. Recall 23V445000 affects 143,551 vehicles with potential fuel pump shutdown leading to power loss and crash risk. The remedy involves replacement of the fuel pump free of charge. Notification letters were mailed in June 2024.
- Steering wheel software error. Recall 22V189000 includes 8,396 vehicles with heated leather steering wheels where software fails to detect driver’s hands absence while using Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC. This disables safety warnings and emergency assists, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update software free of charge. Notifications were sent in May 2022.
- Transmission wiring harness misrouting. Recall 22V533000 covers 16,977 vehicles where harness misrouting exposes connectors to corrosion and short circuits that risk fire. Dealers will inspect, reroute, and repair as needed, including adding brackets, at no cost. Owner notifications went out in October 2022.
Owners facing persistent repairs or unresolved issues related to these recalls or safety defects may have rights under state lemon laws. Consulting a legal professional specializing in consumer protection could provide guidance on next steps.
2022 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT53 Summary
2022
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
6
Total Recalls
283213
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2022 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.
2022 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT53
12191 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 CLS450, E450, E450 All-Terrain, AMG E53, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, and 2021 AMG CLS53 vehicles. The 48-volt ground cable connection located in the engine compartment may not be tightened properly and may result in the ground cable overheating.
Risk: An overheated ground cable increases the risk of a fire.
2022 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT53
79676 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
2022 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT53
143551 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
2022 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT53
8396 vehicles affected
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, EClass Coupe/Convertible, CLS, AMG GT 4-doors Coupe, and EQS vehicles with a heated leather steering wheel. Due to a software error in the hand detection control unit, the hands-off detection might not detect when the driver's hands are away from the steering wheel when using the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC system.
Risk: Deactivated hands-off detection will prevent DISTRONIC system features from functioning, including warnings to grab the steering wheel and calling first responders as part of the Active Emergency Stop Assist, which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
2022 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.
Complaints
No complaints found.