MERCEDES BENZ AMG C63 2018: STRUCTURE:BODY

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V456000

Make Model Year
MERCEDES BENZ AMG C63 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-09-21 2018-07-10 2018-07-12

Production Dates: 2016-05-11 - 2017-10-17

Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2018070012

Component: STRUCTURE:BODY

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 10826

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC "MBUSA" is recalling certain 2017-2018 Mercedes C300 Cabriolet, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C63S AMG Cabriolet, and C63 AMG Cabriolet vehicles. Due to a bonding issue introduced in the production process, the rear beltline trim may separate from the vehicle.

Consequence

If the beltline trim were to separate from the vehicle while driving, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear beltline trim and replace the trim if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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.