NHTSA Recall 20V047000: Electrical system: wiring and automatic transmission (power train)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 28 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V047000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2020020016 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING; POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | January 28, 2020 |
| Owner notification | March 13, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG GT63 4MATIC and AMG GT63S 4MATIC vehicles. A wiring harness for the automatic transmission may not be properly secured, allowing it to chafe against the drive shaft and possibly cause an engine stall.
Safety risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting clips and wiring harness, and repair or replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020020016.
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 20V047000
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.