Recall 21V230000: 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43, 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63, 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 S +16 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Apr 1, 2021
Vehicles affected
8,634
Models
19
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLC, CLS, AMG GT 4-door Coupe and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. A faulty electrical contact within the seat position switch may prevent the driver and passenger air bags and seat belt force limiters from properly activating during a crash.

The risk

Air bags and seat belts that do not perform properly in a crash can increase the risk of injury.

The fix

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat position switches, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040016.

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
21V230000
Manufacturer campaign
2021040016
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Owner letters
May 21, 2021
Components
Air bags:sensor:occupant classification (Airbags); Seat belts:pretensioner (Seats & Seat Belts); Seats (Seats & Seat Belts)

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