Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2018 AMG Models for Seat Welding Defect
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2018 AMG C43, C63S, and E63S vehicles because improperly welded seat backrests may fail in a crash, increasing injury risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (seat welding) that may result in seat failure during a crash, increasing the risk of injury, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.
Plain-English summary
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG, C63S AMG, E63 S AMG Sedan, and E63S AMG Stationwagon vehicles equipped with AMG performance seats. The recall addresses a defect where the backrest rail and backrest fitting may not be properly welded on the driver and front passenger seats.
The incorrect welding may result in the seats failing in the event of a crash, which increases the risk of injury to occupants. The source text does not report any specific incidents of injury or death associated with this defect.
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds of the backrest frames and replace the backrests as necessary, free of charge. The recall was expected to begin on May 4, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- MERCEDES-BENZ AMG E63S, AMG C63S, AMG C43
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
- Category
- Vehicle — Seat Assembly
- Affected units
- 99
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (3)
- AMG E63S
- AMG C63S
- AMG C43
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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