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2024-2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 4matic, Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 S E 4matic+ and others recall: instrument cluster/panel

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall on May 1, 2026. It covers about 144,049 vehicles.

vehicles affected
144,049
reported
May 1, 2026
owners notified
Jun 29, 2026
related complaints
51

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024-2026 AMG GT, C-Class, E-Class, SL, CLE, and GLC vehicles. The infotainment control unit may reset while the vehicle is in motion and cause the instrument panel display to go blank.
Risk
An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the infotainment control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 29, 2026. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2026050004. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning May 8, 2026.

Recall number 26V281000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 51 complaints about electrical problems.

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Questions about recall 26V281000

Is there a recall on the 2024-2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 4matic, Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 S E 4matic+ and others instrument cluster/panel?

Yes. Recall 26V281000, reported on May 1, 2026, covers about 144,049 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 26V281000?

Dealers will update the infotainment control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 29, 2026. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2026050004. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning May 8, 2026.

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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