Recall 21V-638: 2015 Mercedes Benz Redundant C63 AMG, 2012–2014 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 and 4 more

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Aug 13, 2021, covering about 205 vehicles.

NHTSA number
21V-638
Report date
Aug 13, 2021
Vehicles affected
205
Owners notified
Sep 10, 2021

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2016 E400 Coupe, 2012-2015 C250 Coupe, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG Coupe, 2011-2014 E350 Coupe, and 2012-2014 E350 Cabrio vehicles. An incorrect front passenger air bag may have been installed during a prior repair.

The risk

An incorrect air bag may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag on the affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 10, 2021. 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.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC
ComponentAir Bags › Frontal
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number21V638000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mercedes Benz Redundant C63 AMG2015All years
Mercedes-Benz AMG C632012, 2013, 2014All years
Mercedes-Benz C2502012, 2013, 2014, 2015All years
Mercedes-Benz C3502012, 2013, 2014, 2015All years
Mercedes-Benz E3502011, 2012, 2013, 2014All years
Mercedes-Benz E4002015, 2016All 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-638?

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2016 E400 Coupe, 2012-2015 C250 Coupe, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG Coupe, 2011-2014 E350 Coupe, and 2012-2014 E350 Cabrio vehicles. An incorrect front passenger air bag may have been installed during a prior repair.

How is recall 21V-638 fixed?

Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag on the affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 10, 2021. 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.