NHTSA Recall 25V253000: Seat belts: front
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 46 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG C43.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V253000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2025040012 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT |
| Report received | May 2, 2025 |
| Owner notification | May 16, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 C 300, and 2023-2024 AMG C 43 vehicles. The driver-side seat belt cover may not be properly installed on the seat belt tensioner, which can cause the seat belt anchor to come loose.
Safety risk
A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the seat belt covers, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025040012.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V253000
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.