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NHTSA Recall 22V494000: Automatic transmission (power train)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,168 vehicles. It affects 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E.

1,168
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2022
owners notified (August 26)
NHTSA campaign22V494000
Manufacturer campaign2022080001
ComponentPOWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Report receivedJuly 11, 2022
Owner notificationAugust 26, 2022
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLC350E4 vehicles. The transmission wiring harness may be routed improperly, allowing it to chafe against the front drive shaft, which can cause loss of drive power.

Safety risk

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 26, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022080001.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 22V494000

Make and modelModel years
Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E2020

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.