NHTSA Recall 21V406000: Head restraint (seats)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 218 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG C43.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V406000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2021060010 |
| Component | SEATS › MID/REAR ASSEMBLY › HEAD RESTRAINT |
| Report received | May 28, 2021 |
| Owner notification | July 16, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C300 Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG S Cabriolet, E450 Cabriolet, and E53 AMG Cabriolet vehicles. The rear headrests may be incorrectly mounted to the seatbacks.
Safety risk
Incorrectly mounted headrests could move or detach from the seat during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear seatback guide bushings and replace them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021060010.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V406000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 S | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz C 300 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz E 450 | 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.