2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300 — Electrical system: wiring: rear compartment/trunk
Published September 13, 2022 · Recall initiated: September 12, 2022
Summary
NHTSA records recall 22V678000, published September 13, 2022 and initiated September 12, 2022. Recalling firm: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC; 2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300 — Electrical system: wiring: rear compartment/trunk.
What's the hazard
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 C300 vehicles. Moisture accumulation in the trunk may leak into the signal acquisition module (SAM), causing an electrical short circuit.
What to do
Dealers will install a cover for the SAM, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022090011.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Model
- C 300
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Lot
- 2022 MERCEDES-BENZ C 300
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300 — Electrical system: wiring: rear compartment/trunk recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 22V678000 on September 13, 2022. Reported hazard: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 C300 vehicles. Moisture accumulation in the trunk may leak into the signal acquisition module (SAM), causing an electrical short circuit.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will install a cover for the SAM, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022090011.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MERCEDES-BENZ. Model: C 300.