Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V395000 Reported July 6, 2020

Esp system software programmed incorrectly

Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc · Electrical System · 5,399 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V395000
Manufacturer Campaign
2020080016
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
5,399
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 6, 2020
Completion Rate
97.24

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2019-2020 c63 amg, c63 amg s, amg gt 53, amg gt 63, amg gt 63 s, and 2020 glc 63 amg, glc 63 amg s vehicles. an incorrect electronic stability program (esp) software version may cause the esp system to react inaccurately. on december 18, 2020, an additional 360 vehicles were added to the recall population.

Safety Consequence

If the esp does not react properly to a driving situation, it may increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will update the esp software, free of charge. the recall began august 28, 2020. letters for the owners of the 360 additional vehicles were mailed january 15, 2021. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2020080016.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 20V395000 or campaign 2020080016.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20V395000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 20V395000?

NHTSA recall 20V395000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on July 6, 2020. It addresses: Esp system software programmed incorrectly. The recall affects approximately 5,399 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V395000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2020080016. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.