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HighNHTSA·21V228000·Announced 2021-04-01

Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2021 E-Class Models for Parking Sensor Defect

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2021 E350, E450, and AMG E63 vehicles because the parking control unit may fail to display the rearview camera or detect objects, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (vehicle safety system failure) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2021 E350, E450, E450 Wagon, and AMG E63 vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the parking control unit, which may fail to display the rearview camera image and cause the parking sensors to misidentify or fail to detect objects.

An inoperative rearview camera display and/or parking sensors can reduce the driver's view and awareness of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

All affected vehicles are still within MBUSA's control. MBUSA will replace the parking control unit, free of charge. The recall began April 8, 2021. 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 E 350, E 450, AMG E63
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Sedan / Wagon
Hazard
Affected units
6

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)

  • E 350
  • E 450
  • AMG E63

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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