2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450, Glc 300, Amg E63S and more recall: Seats: mid/rear assembly
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 20V328000
- Reported
- June 5, 2020
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Part
- Seats: mid/rear assembly
- Vehicles affected
- About 1,352
What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 E450, AMG E63S, GLC300, AMG GLC43, AMG GLC63, AMG GT53, and AMG GT63 vehicles equipped with rear seatbacks that can be electrically unlatched. The left-rear seatback latch may not be strong enough to withstand certain loads. If cargo were to strike the left-rear seatback, the latch may fail.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, if the left-rear seatback latch fails, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left-rear seatback latch, free of charge. The recall began August 17, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070004.
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 E63S (2020); Mercedes-Benz Amg GLC43 (2020); Mercedes-Benz Amg GLC63 (2020); Mercedes-Benz Amg GT53 (2020); Mercedes-Benz Amg GT63 (2020); Mercedes-Benz E 450 (2020); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
In the event of a crash, if the left-rear seatback latch fails, it can increase the risk of injury.
What is the fix?
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left-rear seatback latch, free of charge. The recall began August 17, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070004.
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.