2017 Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC. The most recent was reported on December 18, 2017.

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Recalls at a glance

Date	Campaign	Part	Vehicles
December 18, 2017	17V-816	Latches/locks/linkages: doors, latch	8,700
April 11, 2017	17V-251	Seat belts: pretensioner	12,743

Recall details

Latches/locks/linkages: doors, latch

December 18, 2017 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · Campaign 17V-816

What is wrong: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 GLE400 4Matic, GLE350 4Matic, GLE350, GLE550e 4Matic, GLE43 AMG 4Matic, GLE63 AMG 4Matic, GLS450, GLE63S 4Matic, GLS63 4Matic, S550e, S600, S63 AMG 4Matic, S65 AMG, S550, Mercedes-Maybach S600, Mercedes-Maybach S550 4Matic, GLE43 AMG 4Matic Coupe, GLE63S 4Matic Coupe, 2017-2018 GLS550 4Matic, S550 4Matic, 2018 S450, and S63 AMG 4Matic vehicles. The rear passenger door on the driver side may indicate that it is locked, when it may not be. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

Risk: If the door appears to be locked, the door may be unintentionally opened, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left rear door lock, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

Seat belts: pretensioner

April 11, 2017 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · Campaign 17V-251

What is wrong: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 C300, C300 4Matic, C300 Coupe, C300 Coupe 4Matic, C43 AMG, C43 AMG Coupe, C43 AMG Cabrio, C63 AMG, C63 AMG Coupe, C63S AMG, C63S AMG Coupe, C63S Cabrio, GLC300, GLC300 4Matic, GLC43 AMG, S550, S550 4Matic, S550e, S600, S63 AMG 4Matic, S65, Mercedes-Maybach S550 4Matic, and Mercedes-Maybach S600 vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat seatbelt pretensioners that may not function properly in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

Risk: If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belts, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Other model years of the Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC

2016 (1)2015 (2)

All Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC recalls · All Mercedes-Benz recalls

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC, the most recent reported on December 18, 2017. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC?

Latches/locks/linkages (1), Seat belts (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 2 of the 2 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.