NHTSA Recall 21V638000: Air bags: frontal
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 205 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG C63.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V638000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2021080016 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL |
| Report received | August 13, 2021 |
| Owner notification | September 10, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2016 E400 Coupe, 2012-2015 C250 Coupe, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG Coupe, 2011-2014 E350 Coupe, and 2012-2014 E350 Cabrio vehicles. An incorrect front passenger air bag may have been installed during a prior repair.
Safety risk
An incorrect air bag may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag on the affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 10, 2021. Owners 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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V638000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 | 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Mercedes-Benz C250 | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Mercedes-Benz C350 | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Mercedes-Benz E350 | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Mercedes-Benz E400 | 2015, 2016 |
| Mercedes-Benz Redundant C63 AMG | 2015 |
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.