NHTSA Recall 21V230000: Seats and 2 other components
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8,634 vehicles. It affects 19 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG C43.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V230000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2021040016 |
| Components | SEATS; SEAT BELTS › PRETENSIONER; AIR BAGS › SENSOR › OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION |
| Report received | April 1, 2021 |
| Owner notification | May 21, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLC, CLS, AMG GT 4-door Coupe and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. A faulty electrical contact within the seat position switch may prevent the driver and passenger air bags and seat belt force limiters from properly activating during a crash.
Safety risk
Air bags and seat belts that do not perform properly in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat position switches, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040016.
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 21V230000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 S | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 S | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT43 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT63 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT63S | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz C 300 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz CLS 450 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz E 350 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz E 450 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz G 550 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 | 2021 |
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.