NHTSA Recall 18V761000: Software (electrical system)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 119 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG C43.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V761000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2019030012 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | October 29, 2018 |
| Owner notification | April 12, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300, C300 4Matic, C300 4Matic Cabrio, C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 Coupe, C300 Cabrio, C43 AMG, C43 AMG Cabrio, C43 AMG Coupe, CLS450, CLS450 4Matic, CLS53 AMG 4Matic, E53 AMG 4Matic, E450 4Matic, E450 4Matic Coupe, E53 AMG 4Matic Coupe, G550, and G63 AMG vehicles. The Central Powertrain Controller (CPC) control unit could reset while driving, possibly causing an engine stall.
Safety risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the CPC control unit software, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019030012.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V761000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 | 2019 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 | 2019 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 | 2019 |
| Mercedes-Benz C 300 | 2019 |
| Mercedes-Benz CLS 450 | 2019 |
| Mercedes-Benz E 450 | 2019 |
| Mercedes-Benz G 550 | 2019 |
| Mercedes-Benz G63 | 2019 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.