Mercedes-Benz recall: The high voltage wiring harness shield may not permanently withstand the electrical loads that are induced under certain driving profiles
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The shield for the high-voltage wiring harness may not permanently withstand the electrical loads that are induced under certain driving profiles
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair. Replace the high-voltage wiring harness on the affected vehicles
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The shield for the high-voltage wiring harness may not permanently withstand the electrical loads that are induced under certain driving profiles
The fix
Replace the high-voltage wiring harness on the affected vehicles
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| C-class | 15 Jan 2018 | 29 Feb 2020 | 2,377 |
| GLC | 15 Jan 2018 | 29 Feb 2020 | 2,377 |
| Gle/gls | 15 Jan 2018 | 29 Feb 2020 | 2,377 |
| E-class | 15 Jan 2018 | 29 Feb 2020 | 2,377 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 2 December 2020. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.