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NHTSA Recall 20V776000: Starter assembly (electrical system)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,563 vehicles. It affects 2018–2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63.

2,563
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2021
owners notified (March 18)
NHTSA campaign20V776000
Manufacturer campaign2021010006
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › STARTER ASSEMBLY
Report receivedDecember 11, 2020
Owner notificationMarch 18, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2020 AMG GLC 63 4MATIC vehicles. The power supply cable on the starter might not have been installed correctly, possibly allowing the cable to chafe against the starter housing and short-circuit.

Safety risk

If the power supply cable short-circuits, it can result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the starter harness and power supply cable installation, and correct it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021010006.

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 20V776000

Make and modelModel years
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC632018, 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.