NHTSA Recall 20V673000: Seats
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,337 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG E53.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V673000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2020110013 |
| Component | SEATS |
| Report received | October 30, 2020 |
| Owner notification | December 18, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 E350 and E450, 2019-2021 AMG E53 and 2020-2021 AMG E63 vehicles. The front passenger seat may be missing the mechanical seat adjustment range limit stop, allowing the seat to move outside of the acceptable range in relation to the air bag.
Safety risk
If the front passenger seat is adjusted beyond the acceptable range in relation to the air bag, there could be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash with air bag deployment.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for the mechanical seat adjustment range limitation for the front passenger seat and install it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-368-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020110013.
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 20V673000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 | 2019, 2020, 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG E63 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz E 350 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz E 450 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG | 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.