SeatsRecall 21V-818 · Mercedes-Benz vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall 21V-818 covers 27 Mercedes-Benz vehicles for a seats problem, reported to NHTSA on October 18, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q3) shows 93% of affected vehicles repaired.

93%
Vehicles repaired25 of 27 · 2023 Q3
Vehicles affected276 models
ReportedOct 18, 2021Owners notified Dec 8, 2021
Complaints since1Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 21V818000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLS450, GLS580, GLE350, GLE450, AMG C63, and 2021 AMG GLE53 vehicles. The seats may have been assembled incorrectly.

The risk

Incorrectly assembled seats may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will inspect and repair the seats, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 8, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021110010.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

93%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2021 Q42023 Q3