MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC 63 S E (2025) recall — Electrical System
Mercedes-Benz USA recalls 2023-2025 AMG models with hybrid powertrains for potential loss of drive power causing crashes. Owners must update software free via dealer by April 11, 2025.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain 2023-2025 AMG models with hybrid powertrains due to a software error that could cause loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. Owners must update the high-voltage starter alternator control unit software at a dealer. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1342292-mercedes-benz-2025-amg-glc-63-s-e-recall-electrical.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1342292-mercedes-benz-2025-amg-glc-63-s-e-recall-electrical · Updated October 8, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #25V129000
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“Mercedes-Benz 2025 AMG GLC 63 S E Recall: Electrical System Risk of Crash.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1342292-mercedes-benz-2025-amg-glc-63-s-e-recall-electrical. Based on NHTSA recall #25V129000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V129000).
Why it’s dangerous
A software error in the high-voltage starter alternator control unit can cause the vehicle to lose drive power. This may lead to a crash if the driver loses power while operating the vehicle.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2023-2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG models with hybrid powertrains are affected. Drivers of these vehicles face the risk of losing drive power during operation.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 2023-2025 AMG models with hybrid powertrains including GLC 63 S E Performance, GT 63 S E Performance, and S 63 E Performance. The recall was notified to owners on April 11, 2025.
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What to do — step by step
Update Software at Dealer
Dealers will update the high-voltage starter alternator control unit software for free.
Contact Customer Service
Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 for assistance.
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will update the high-voltage starter alternator control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025030012.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
A software error may cause the high-voltage starter alternator control unit to fail, causing a loss of drive power.
What models are affected?
2023-2025 AMG models with hybrid powertrains including GLC 63 S E Performance, GT 63 S E Performance, and S 63 E Performance.
How can I get the fix?
Dealers will update the high-voltage starter alternator control unit software for free.
Contact Mercedes-Benz
We’ve drafted a message you can send Mercedes-Benz to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 25V129000 — Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz Hello, I own a Mercedes-Benz that is covered by recall 25V129000 from Mercedes-Benz. The official recall notice states: Dealers will update the high-voltage starter alternator control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025030012. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #25V129000 (February 28, 2025)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 8, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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