NHTSA Recall 22V732000: Mid/rear assembly (seats)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 59,574 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V732000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2022100011 |
| Component | SEATS › MID/REAR ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | September 30, 2022 |
| Owner notification | November 18, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLS63, 2020-2022 GLS450 and GLS580 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the locks on the third-row seatbacks may fail in the event of a crash.
Safety risk
A seat with a seatback lock failure may not properly restrain occupants, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the third-row seatback, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022100011.
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 22V732000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 | 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC | 2022 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC | 2020, 2022 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLS450 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLS580 | 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.