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2019 Mercedes-Benz A 220 recall: electrical system

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall on July 17, 2020. It covers about 3,615 vehicles.

vehicles affected
3,615
reported
Jul 17, 2020
owners notified
Aug 31, 2020
related complaints
10

Electrical system

What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 A220 vehicles. The air conditioning condensation drain hose may not be installed properly. This may allow water to enter the driver and passenger foot wells and the center tunnel area, potentially damaging certain electrical components.
Risk
Water entering electrical components, can result in malfunctions of the supplemental restraint system (SRS), failure to start, activation of the limp-home mode while driving, and an impairment of other features, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air conditioning drain hose installation, correcting it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070013.

Recall number 20V416000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 10 complaints about electrical problems.

2019 Mercedes-Benz A 220

Questions about recall 20V416000

Is there a recall on the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A 220 electrical system?

Yes. Recall 20V416000, reported on July 17, 2020, covers about 3,615 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 20V416000?

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air conditioning drain hose installation, correcting it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070013.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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