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The fault could cause damage to the transmission wiring harness, potentially leading to a "sudden loss" of motive power, according to the recall notice.
Mercedes-Benz Australia has recalled 18 examples of its 2024 to 2025 Mercedes-AMG E53, citing a potential fault with its transmission wiring harness.
The affected vehicles are stamped 2024 to 2025 models, but may have been sold at a later date.
The recall notice, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, says: "Due to a manufacturing defect, the transmission wiring harness may chafe against the front drive shaft and become damaged.
"This could lead to a sudden loss of motive power whilst driving without warning. Additionally, the vehicle may experience reduced emissions performance.
"A sudden loss of motive power whilst driving could increase the risk of an accident, causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and/or other road users."
A full list of vehicle identification numbers for the 18 vehicles involved in the recall can be found here.
Mercedes-Benz Australia advises it will contact the owners of affected vehicles in writing to ask them to schedule an appointment with their dealership to have the repair carried out, free of charge.
Owners can contact Mercedes-Benz Australia's customer assistance centre by emailing [email protected] or by calling 1300 762 718.
To have your vehicle checked, find your closest Mercedes-Benz dealership by clicking here.
Jordan is a motoring journalist based in Melbourne with a lifelong passion for cars. He has been surrounded by classic Fords and Holdens, brand-new cars, and everything in between from birth, with his parents’ owning an automotive workshop in regional Victoria. Jordan started writing about cars in 2021, and joined the Drive team in 2024.
