United StatesCertain AMG E 53 4MATIC+ WAGON vehicles are affected; VINs for involved vehicles will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 19, 2025. Mercedes‑Benz says the transmission wiring harness may be routed too close to the front driveshaft, which can damage the harness and cause a loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect the wiring harness routing and repair it free of charge; owner letters were mailed February 6, 2026 and owners may contact MBUSA at 1-800-367-6372.
What's being recalled
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain AMG E 53 4MATIC+ WAGON vehicles. The transmission wiring harness may be routed too close to the front driveshaft, which can result in wiring harness damage and cause a loss of drive power.
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 25V865000; Manufacturer campaign 2026010001
The hazard
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
What to do
Dealers will inspect the transmission wiring harness routing and repair it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 19, 2025. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2026010001.
The official notice
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