NHTSA Recall 24V446000: Fuses and circuit breakers (electrical system)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,058 vehicles. It affects 2022–2023 Mercedes-Benz C 300.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V446000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2024070005 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS |
| Report received | June 14, 2024 |
| Owner notification | August 2, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 C 300 vehicles. The bolt securing the electrical wire to the pre-fuse box could be improperly tightened, causing the wire to overheat. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024070005.
Safety risk
An overheated wire can cause a fire and a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and rework the wiring harness, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2024. Owner may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
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 24V446000
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.