Recall 18V683000: 2017–2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43, 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63, 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 +2 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Oct 1, 2018
Vehicles affected
4,702
Models
5
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 and GLC300 4Matic, 2018 GLC350e and GLC63 AMG 4Matic and 2017-2018 GLC43 AMG 4Matic vehicles. The seat belt latch plates (the parts that insert into the buckles) for the outboard rear seats may retract into the interior paneling, preventing the occupants from being able to use the seat belts.

The risk

If the rear seat passengers cannot fasten their seat belts, they have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

The fix

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install felt strips between the C-pillar and rear side paneling, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018100002.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
18V683000
Manufacturer campaign
2018100002
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Owner letters
Nov 2, 2018
Components
Seat belts: rear/other:buckle assembly (Seats & Seat Belts); Structure:body:roof and pillars (Body & Structure)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology