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Recall 21V-406

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalled the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 and 5 other models: Seats (mid/rear assembly, head restraint).

At a glance

Campaign number
21V-406
Reported
May 28, 2021
Vehicles affected
218 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C300 Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG S Cabriolet, E450 Cabriolet, and E53 AMG Cabriolet vehicles. The rear headrests may be incorrectly mounted to the seatbacks.

The risk

Incorrectly mounted headrests could move or detach from the seat during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the rear seatback guide bushings and replace them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-[removed]. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021060010.

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