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2021–2022 Mercedes-Benz E 350, E 450, Amg E53 and more recall: Seat belts: rear/other, retractor

NHTSA campaign 21V-483 · June 25, 2021 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
21V483000
Reported
June 25, 2021
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Part
Seat belts: rear/other, retractor
Vehicles affected
About 4,917

What is wrong

Mercedes-Benz, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 G550, AMG G63, E350, E450, AMG CLS53, AMG E53, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, AMG GT63, 2021-2022 CLS450, and AMG E63 vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Safety risk

An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owners notified of the voluntary recall campaign by an interim letter on August 13, 2021. A final letter was mailed on September 24, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Mercedes-Benz Amg CLS53 (2021); Mercedes-Benz Amg E53 (2021); Mercedes-Benz Amg E63 (2021, 2022); Mercedes-Benz Amg G63 (2021); Mercedes-Benz Amg GT43 (2021); Mercedes-Benz Amg GT53 (2021); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

What is the fix?

Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owners notified of the voluntary recall campaign by an interim letter on August 13, 2021. A final letter was mailed on September 24, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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.