Safety Recall NHTSA · 22V494000 Reported July 11, 2022

Misrouted transmission wiring harness

Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc · Power Train · 1,168 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
22V494000
Manufacturer Campaign
2022080001
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
1,168
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 11, 2022
Completion Rate
95.46

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2020 glc350e4 vehicles. the transmission wiring harness may be routed improperly, allowing it to chafe against the front drive shaft, which can cause loss of drive power.

Safety Consequence

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed august 26, 2022. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Mbusa's number for this recall is 2022080001.

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 22V494000 or campaign 2022080001.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 22V494000

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

What is recall 22V494000?

NHTSA recall 22V494000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on July 11, 2022. It addresses: Misrouted transmission wiring harness. The recall affects approximately 1,168 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V494000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2022080001. 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.