NHTSA Recall 20V416000: Electrical system
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,615 vehicles. It affects 2019 Mercedes-Benz A 220.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V416000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2020070013 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | July 17, 2020 |
| Owner notification | August 31, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 A220 vehicles. The air conditioning condensation drain hose may not be installed properly. This may allow water to enter the driver and passenger foot wells and the center tunnel area, potentially damaging certain electrical components.
Safety risk
Water entering electrical components, can result in malfunctions of the supplemental restraint system (SRS), failure to start, activation of the limp-home mode while driving, and an impairment of other features, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air conditioning drain hose installation, correcting it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070013.
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 20V416000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz A 220 | 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.