NHTSA Recall 20V395000: Electronic stability control (esc) and software (electrical system)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,399 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG C63.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V395000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2020080016 |
| Components | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | July 6, 2020 |
| Owner notification | August 28, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 C63 AMG, C63 AMG S, AMG GT 53, AMG GT 63, AMG GT 63 S, and 2020 GLC 63 AMG, GLC 63 AMG S vehicles. An incorrect Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software version may cause the ESP system to react inaccurately. On December 18, 2020, an additional 360 vehicles were added to the recall population.
Safety risk
If the ESP does not react properly to a driving situation, it may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the ESP software, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2020. Letters for the owners of the 360 additional vehicles were mailed January 15, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020080016.
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 20V395000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 | 2019, 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 S | 2019, 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 | 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 S | 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53 | 2019, 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT63 | 2019, 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT63S | 2019, 2020 |
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.