The 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53 has 8 recalls, the most serious involving the transmission wiring harness, which can short-circuit and start a fire — a risk compounded by a prior repair attempt that may not have fully resolved the issue.
A separate fuel injector recall also carries fire risk, as a fuel leak near hot engine or exhaust components can ignite. On the safety systems side, a radar sensing defect can prevent the automatic emergency braking system from applying partial or full braking when needed, and a software error in the electronic stability control can cause it to react incorrectly to driving conditions, both raising the risk of a crash. The center console latch can fail in a collision, allowing the storage compartment to fly open and unsecured cargo to enter the cabin. The automatic crash notification system can send emergency responders to the wrong location after a collision. Wheel hub caps on certain vehicles may detach at speed, becoming road hazards for other drivers.
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What can fail
The transmission wiring harness connection may not have been correctly wired during production or a prior recall repair, exposing the electrical connector to corrosion and potentially causing an electrical short-circuit.
What the fix does
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Dealers will replace the two-part wiring harness and connector at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
In certain crash events, the center console storage compartment may unlatch and open, creating an interior impact hazard.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front center console storage compartment at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The transmission wiring harness may be routed incorrectly, exposing the electrical connector to corrosion and causing an electrical short-circuit.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and repair the connector, reroute the harness, and install an additional bracket at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Manufacturing debris may be trapped between the fuel rail and injectors, potentially causing fuel to leak.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The communication module software may fail to send your vehicle's correct location to emergency services when the eCall system activates during a crash.
What the fix does
A dealer will update the communication module software, or the update will be sent over-the-air, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The wheel-hub caps may detach while driving.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the wheel-hub caps at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software may be incorrect, causing the ESP system to respond inaccurately.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the ESP software at no charge to restore proper system function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error in the radar sensor control unit may reduce or disable the Active Brake Assist system's ability to function properly.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the radar sensor control unit software at no cost to restore proper system function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
