NHTSA Recall 21V228000: External/pedestrian alert (back over prevention) and camera (back over prevention)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG E63.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V228000 |
|---|---|
| Components | BACK OVER PREVENTION › WARNINGS › EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT; BACK OVER PREVENTION › SENSING SYSTEM › CAMERA |
| Report received | April 1, 2021 |
| Owner notification | April 8, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 E350, E450, E450 Wagon, and AMG E63 vehicles. The parking control unit may fail to display the rearview camera image and cause the parking sensors to misidentify or fail to detect objects.
Safety risk
An inoperative rearview camera display and/or parking sensors can reduce the driver's view and awareness of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
All affected vehicles are still within MBUSA's control. MBUSA will replace the parking control unit, free of charge. The recall began April 8, 2021. Owner may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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 21V228000
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.