NHTSA Recall 18V207000: Seats
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,088 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG C43.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V207000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2018040007 |
| Component | SEATS |
| Report received | March 29, 2018 |
| Owner notification | June 8, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 C43 AMG 4Matic Coupe, C300 Coupe, C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C300 Cabriolet, C43 AMG 4Matic Cabriolet and C63S AMG Cabriolet, 2017 C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63S AMG Coupe and C63 AMG Coupe, 2018 E400 Coupe and E400 4Matic Coupe vehicles. The seatbacks of the front seats may not properly lock on the right side of the seat.
Safety risk
If the seatback does not properly lock, in the event of a crash, the seatbacks may fold forward, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the locking of the seatbacks, replacing the seatbacks lock, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 25, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018040007.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V207000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 | 2017, 2018 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 | 2017 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S | 2017, 2018 |
| Mercedes-Benz C 300 | 2017, 2018 |
| Mercedes-Benz E 400 | 2018 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.