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NHTSA Recall 25V240000: Electrical system: wiring

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 14 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mercedes-Benz E 350.

14
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2025
owners notified (May 7)
NHTSA campaign25V240000
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING
Report receivedApril 11, 2025
Owner notificationMay 7, 2025
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 E 350 4MATIC, E 450 4MATIC All-Terrain, and E 450 4MATIC vehicles. The 12-Volt and 48-Volt ground connections for the electrical wiring harness may not be secured properly, resulting in the ground connections overheating.

Safety risk

Overheated ground connections can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair the 12-Volt and 48-Volt ground connections as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 25V240000

Make and modelModel years
Mercedes-Benz E 3502024
Mercedes-Benz E 4502024

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.