Recall 16V-829: 2016–2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63, 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG S65 and 2 more
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Nov 16, 2016, covering about 672 vehicles.
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 S63 AMG Coupe, S65 AMG Coupe, S550 Coupe 4Matic, S63 AMG 4Matic Convertible, and S550 Convertible vehicles manufactured June 29, 2015, to March 15, 2016. The seat belt extenders on the affected vehicles may not retract as intended and may potentially break the event of a crash.
The risk
In the event of a crash, if the seat belt extender does not retract and/or the extender breaks, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the control unit software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in mid-December 2016. 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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Seat Belts |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 16V829000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG S65 | 2016 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz S550 | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG | 2017 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V-829?
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 S63 AMG Coupe, S65 AMG Coupe, S550 Coupe 4Matic, S63 AMG 4Matic Convertible, and S550 Convertible vehicles manufactured June 29, 2015, to March 15, 2016. The seat belt extenders on the affected vehicles may not retract as intended and may potentially break the event of a crash.
How is recall 16V-829 fixed?
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the control unit software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in mid-December 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.