Recall 25V255 covers 443 2023-2024 Mercedes-Benz vehicles for incorrect main fuse boxes. Repair is free at any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 443 2023-2024 vehicles such as the C 300, Glc 300, AMG SL43, and Eqs SUV 580 4MATIC because an incorrect fuse box was installed during an earlier recall repair. The wrong fuse box can cut drive power, disable restraint systems or the instrument cluster, raise crash or injury risk, and increase fire risk; dealers will inspect and replace it free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The fuse box is the electrical junction that holds and routes fuses for the vehicle's circuits. A fuse is designed to protect a circuit by opening when electrical load is outside the safe range. On the 2023-2024 Mercedes-Benz vehicles in this recall, the fuse box must match the exact electrical layout of that model.
The problem started during the earlier 24V-115 recall repair. Some Mercedes-Benz dealer technicians installed a fuse box that was not specified for the vehicle being repaired. That wrong part was not designed for that model, so the fuse locations and circuit protection do not align with the vehicle's intended setup.
There is no warning sign before failure. The driver will not receive a dashboard warning or other advance notice tied to this fuse box mismatch, so the VIN check and dealer inspection decide whether the wrong part was installed.
Who's affected?
Spans AMG, C-Class, EQE, EQS, GLC, S-Class, and Mercedes-Maybach S-Class models from 2023 and 2024, all tied to the fuse-box wiring component.
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG Eqs 53 4MATIC | wiring |
|---|---|
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 4MATIC+ | wiring |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG Eqe 53 4MATIC | wiring |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG Eqs 53 4MATIC | wiring |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL63 4MATIC+ | wiring |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 4MATIC | wiring |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL43 | wiring |
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL43 | wiring |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz C 300 | wiring |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Eqe 350 4MATIC | wiring |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Eqe SUV 500 4MATIC | wiring |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Eqs 450+ | wiring |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Eqs 580 4MATIC | wiring |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Eqs SUV 580 4MATIC | wiring |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz S 580 E 4MATIC | wiring |
| 2023 Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4MATIC | wiring |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Eqe 500 4MATIC | wiring |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Eqe SUV 350 4MATIC | wiring |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Eqs 450 4MATIC | wiring |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 | wiring |
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 | wiring |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz S 500 4MATIC | wiring |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC | wiring |
| Units affected | 443 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
An incorrect fuse box can cause sudden loss of drive power or critical safety functions, including restraint systems or the instrument cluster. That raises the risk of a crash, injury, or fire. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the inspection promptly if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023-2024 Mercedes-Benz vehicle is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer to schedule the free main fuse box inspection and replacement that addresses the incorrect fuse box tied to drive-power loss, restraint-system loss, instrument-cluster loss, and fire risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Mercedes-Benz mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V255 and MBUSA recall 2025050003/4 when you call.
- Call Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372 with questions about the recall or dealer scheduling.
- Avoid unnecessary trips until the main fuse box has been inspected and replaced if needed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Mercedes-Benz technician inspects the main fuse boxes and replaces any incorrect fuse box covered by the recall. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. If you have already paid out of pocket for repair work tied to this fuse box issue, Mercedes-Benz uses its standard reimbursement plan for documented, eligible expenses. Bring repair paperwork and payment records to the service desk so the dealer can explain the claim process.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 24, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| April 24, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 12, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
| June 6, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 17, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 17, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V255?
Recall 25V255 covers 443 2023-2024 Mercedes-Benz vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under recall 24V-115. An incorrect main fuse box was installed. Mercedes-Benz dealers will inspect and replace the main fuse box for free.
What should I do if my 2023-2024 Mercedes-Benz vehicle is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V255. If it is, contact a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer to schedule the main fuse box inspection and replacement. Reference recall number 25V255 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will inspect and replace the main fuse boxes free of charge. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform the recall repair at no cost, and the free repair applies at any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a sudden loss of drive power, loss of critical safety functions such as restraint systems or the instrument cluster, crash or injury risk, and increased fire risk. The fix is the dealer inspection and free main fuse box replacement.
When did Mercedes-Benz notify owners?
Mercedes-Benz mailed owner notification letters on June 6, 2025. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included, then contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer for the free repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V255000 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz customer service | 1-800-367-6372 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V255 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V255000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →