MERCEDES BENZ AMG C63S 2018: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V150000

Make Model Year
MERCEDES BENZ AMG C63S 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-07-06 2018-03-06 2018-03-08

Production Dates: 2017-09-04 - 2018-01-09

Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2018060001

Component: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 99

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

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

Remedy

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.

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.