2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450, S 450, C 300 and more recall: Seat belts
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 18V839000
- Reported
- November 27, 2018
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Part
- Seat belts
- Vehicles affected
- About 4,969
What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C300 Cabriolet, C300 Coupe, C300 4Matic Coupe, C43 AMG Coupe, E450 Coupe, E53 AMG Cabriolet, S450, S560, E450 Cabriolet, E450 4Matic Cabriolet, E450 4Matic Coupe, E53 AMG Coupe, S450 4Matic, S560 4Matic, S63 AMG and S65 AMG vehicles and Mercedes-Mayback S650 and S560 4 Matic vehicles. A correctly fastened seatbelt may be inaccurately detected as being unfastened, preventing the seat belt pre-tensioners from activating in the event of a crash.
Safety risk
If the seat belt tensioning does not activate in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt buckles, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019020012.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Mercedes-Benz Amg C43 (2019); Mercedes-Benz Amg E53 (2019); Mercedes-Benz Amg S63 (2019); Mercedes-Benz Amg S65 (2019); Mercedes-Benz C 300 (2019); Mercedes-Benz E 450 (2019); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the seat belt tensioning does not activate in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
What is the fix?
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt buckles, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019020012.
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.