Recall 21V-406: 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43, 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 and 4 more

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on May 28, 2021, covering about 218 vehicles.

NHTSA number
21V-406
Report date
May 28, 2021
Vehicles affected
218
Owners notified
Jul 16, 2021

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C300 Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG S Cabriolet, E450 Cabriolet, and E53 AMG Cabriolet vehicles. The rear headrests may be incorrectly mounted to the seatbacks.

The risk

Incorrectly mounted headrests could move or detach from the seat during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the rear seatback guide bushings and replace them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021060010.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC
ComponentSeats › Mid/Rear Assembly › Head Restraint
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number21V406000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mercedes-Benz AMG C432021All years
Mercedes-Benz AMG C632021All years
Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 S2021All years
Mercedes-Benz AMG E532021All years
Mercedes-Benz C 3002021All years
Mercedes-Benz E 4502021All 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-406?

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C300 Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG S Cabriolet, E450 Cabriolet, and E53 AMG Cabriolet vehicles. The rear headrests may be incorrectly mounted to the seatbacks.

How is recall 21V-406 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the rear seatback guide bushings and replace them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021060010.

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.