NHTSA (USA)Critical
2022–2023 MERCEDES-BENZ C 300NHTSA Campaign #24V446000
The official notice
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 C 300 vehicles. The bolt securing the electrical wire to the pre-fuse box could be improperly tightened, causing the wire to overheat. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024070005.
Safety Risk
An overheated wire can cause a fire and a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and rework the wiring harness, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2024. Owner may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
1,058 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 2024070005Updated June 10, 2026