MERCEDES-BENZ 2022 MERCEDES-BENZ C 300 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2022 MERCEDES-BENZ C 300
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2022
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2022 MERCEDES-BENZ C 300 vehicles due to electrical system:wiring: rear compartment/trunk issues. An electrical short circuit in the SAM could lead to various malfunctions, such as rear exterior lighting failure, unintentional rear seat folding, an.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An electrical short circuit in the SAM could lead to various malfunctions, such as rear exterior lighting failure, unintentional rear seat folding, and rearview camera failure, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. In addition, an electrical short circuit might increase the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026