NHTSA Recall 20V328000: Mid/rear assembly (seats)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,352 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V328000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2020070004 |
| Component | SEATS › MID/REAR ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | June 5, 2020 |
| Owner notification | August 17, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Remedy
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.
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 20V328000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 | 2020 |
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.