Mercedes-benz Recall 18V150000: Seats, Front Assembly, Recliner

NHTSA recall 18V150000 · announced March 6, 2018 · filed by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. · 99 units affected

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes Benz C43 AMG, C63S AMG, E63 S AMG Sedan, and E63S AMG Stationwagon vehicles fitted with AMG performance seats. The backrest rail and backrest fitting may not be properly welded on the driver and front passenger seats.

The risk

The incorrect welding may result in the seats failing in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds of the backrest frames, replacing the backrests as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 4, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018060001.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

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.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2018 Mercedes-benz Amg C43
• 2018 Mercedes-benz Amg C63s
• 2018 Mercedes-benz Amg E63s

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.