A manufacturing defect may have damaged the transmission wiring harness and caused it to short out.
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2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
Mercedes Benz Australia has recalled 680 instances of it 2018-2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS, E Class and Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupéciting a fault with the transmission wiring harness in the three vehicles.
That recall notificationfiled with the Department of Infrastructure, says, “Due to a manufacturing defect, the transmission harness may be damaged.
“The damage can allow moisture to enter the wiring harness, which can cause a short circuit that leads to a vehicle fire.
“A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users, bystanders and/or property damage.
| Recall notification date | September 5, 2022 |
| Make | Mercedes Benz |
| model | CLS, E-Class and AMG GT 4-Door Coupé |
| Year | 2018-2022 |
| vehicles affected | 680 |
| VIN list | click here to download the list of affected VINs |
| contact link | details below. |
A full list of vehicle identification numbers for the 680 vehicles involved in the recall can be found here.
Mercedes-Benz Australia is advising owners of affected vehicles to contact their nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership to have the work carried out free of charge as soon as possible.
Owners can use Mercedes-Benz Australia online booking service by clicking on here.
To have your vehicle checked, click to find the nearest Mercedes-Benz partner here.
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