NHTSA Recall 22V733000: 12v/24v/48v battery (electrical system)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 19,968 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V733000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2022100009 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY |
| Report received | September 30, 2022 |
| Owner notification | January 20, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 CLS450 Coupe and AMG E53, 2019-2021 AMG CLS53 Coupe, and 2021-2022 E450 vehicles. The 12-Volt battery in the trunk may not be properly secured, which, in the event of a crash, can cause electrical connection failure, disabling various safety features including, emergency call (eCall) system, electric seat adjustment, hazard warning lights, and automatic door locks.
Safety risk
The inability to operate safety features (eCall system, hazard lights, electric seats, or automatic door locks) can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will secure the 12V battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022100009.
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 22V733000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 | 2019, 2020, 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Mercedes-Benz CLS 450 | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Mercedes-Benz E 450 | 2021, 2022 |
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.