Sensor: side impactRecall 21V-527 · Mercedes-Benz vehicles
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall 21V-527 covers 542 Mercedes-Benz vehicles for a sensor: side impact problem, reported to NHTSA on July 12, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q2) shows 90% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V527000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
Air bags and seatbelts that don't function as intended can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
90%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.