MERCEDES-BENZ 2020: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLC300, GLC350e, GLC43 AMG, and GLC63 AMG vehicles. The power steering control unit wiring harness may have been damaged…

Recall #: 20V651000

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Mercedes-benz recalled Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLC300, GLC350e, GLC43 AMG, and….

MERCEDES-BENZ 2020: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM was recalled by Mercedes-benz in October 23, 2020. Reason: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLC300, GLC350e, GLC43 AMG, and GLC63 AMG vehicles.…. Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness, and replace it if …. Verify recall #20V651000 with the NHTSA before acting.

The recall

Mercedes-benz issued this NHTSA recall-Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLC300, GLC350e, GLC43 AMG, and GLC63 AMG vehicles.….

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agency class: October 23, 2020
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Sourced from official NHTSA enforcement records. Verify recall #20V651000 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

The number of affected units is not disclosed in the agency filing, which is common for drug and food recalls where lot-level tracking supersedes unit counts. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

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Product description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLC300, GLC350e, GLC43 AMG, and GLC63 AMG vehicles. The power steering control unit wiring harness may have been damaged during the production process, possibly resulting in a loss of power steering assist or an electrical short-circuit.

Reason for recall

Hazard

A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, If the wiring harness short-circuits, there is an increased risk of a fire.

Remedy, what to do

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020110012.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the NHTSA recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	20V651000
Date reported	October 23, 2020
Date initiated	October 23, 2020
Recalling firm	Mercedes-benz
Affected scope	Not disclosed
Distribution	United States
Official source	NHTSA notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official NHTSA enforcement record. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

What to do with this recall

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall b…

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Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the NHTSA on October 23, 2020. NHTSA does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 20V651000.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: United States.

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Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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