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Recall 18V-683

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recalled the 2017 to 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 and 3 other models: Seat belts (rear/other, buckle assembly); Structure (body, roof and pillars).

At a glance

Campaign number
18V-683
Reported
October 1, 2018
Vehicles affected
4,702 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 and GLC300 4Matic, 2018 GLC350e and GLC63 AMG 4Matic and 2017-2018 GLC43 AMG 4Matic vehicles. The seat belt latch plates (the parts that insert into the buckles) for the outboard rear seats may retract into the interior paneling, preventing the occupants from being able to use the seat belts.

The risk

If the rear seat passengers cannot fasten their seat belts, they have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

The fix

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install felt strips between the C-pillar and rear side paneling, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-[removed]. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018100002.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles