Recall 21V-216: 2020–2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53, 2020–2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S and 3 more

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Mar 26, 2021, covering about 109 vehicles.

NHTSA number
21V-216
Report date
Mar 26, 2021
Vehicles affected
109
Owners notified
Apr 29, 2021

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 E350, E450, E450 Wagon, E63S AMG, 2020 E63S AMG Wagon, and 2020-2021 E53 AMG vehicles. The passenger seat limiter may allow the seat to be positioned too close to the air bag.

The risk

A seat too close to the air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the frontal passenger air bag.

The fix

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the passenger seat limiter, free of charge. The recall began April 29, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040002.

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

ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC
ComponentSeats
Seats › Front Assembly › Power Adjust
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number21V216000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mercedes-Benz AMG E532020, 2021All years
Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S2020, 2021All years
Mercedes-Benz E 3502021All years
Mercedes-Benz E 4502021All years
Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG2020All 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 21V-216?

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 E350, E450, E450 Wagon, E63S AMG, 2020 E63S AMG Wagon, and 2020-2021 E53 AMG vehicles. The passenger seat limiter may allow the seat to be positioned too close to the air bag.

How is recall 21V-216 fixed?

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the passenger seat limiter, free of charge. The recall began April 29, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040002.

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.