Recall 22V-732: 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63, 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 and 4 more

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Sep 30, 2022, covering about 59,574 vehicles.

NHTSA number
22V-732
Report date
Sep 30, 2022
Vehicles affected
59,574
Owners notified
Nov 18, 2022

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLS63, 2020-2022 GLS450 and GLS580 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the locks on the third-row seatbacks may fail in the event of a crash.

The risk

A seat with a seatback lock failure may not properly restrain occupants, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the third-row seatback, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022100011.

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
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number22V732000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS632021All years
Mercedes-Benz GLS 4502020All years
Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4Matic2022All years
Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4Matic2020, 2022All years
Mercedes-Benz GLS4502021All years
Mercedes-Benz GLS5802021All 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 22V-732?

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLS63, 2020-2022 GLS450 and GLS580 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the locks on the third-row seatbacks may fail in the event of a crash.

How is recall 22V-732 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and replace the third-row seatback, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022100011.

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.