NHTSA Recall 21V527000: Air bags: side impact
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 542 vehicles. It affects 13 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V527000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2021070032/33 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › SENSOR › SIDE IMPACT |
| Report received | July 12, 2021 |
| Owner notification | September 3, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG CLS53, E350, E450, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, 2020 S450, S560, G550, AMG GLC63, 2020-2021 GLC300, and AMG G63 vehicles. The side crash sensor connectors may come loose, which could delay the activation of air bags and seatbelts during a side impact crash.
Safety risk
Air bags and seatbelts that don't function as intended can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the side impact crash sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021070032/33.
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 21V527000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 | 2020, 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 | 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT43 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz CLS 450 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz E 350 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz E 450 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz G 550 | 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 | 2020, 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz S 450 | 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz S 560 | 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.