Recall
Mercedes-Benz C 300 — 21V230000
NHTSA ID
21V230000
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C 300
Years Affected
2021
Recall Date
2021-04-01
Component
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Units Affected
8,634
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
2021040016
Summary
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLC, CLS, AMG GT 4-door Coupe and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. A faulty electrical contact within the seat position switch may prevent the driver and passenger air bags and seat belt force limiters from properly activating during a crash.
Consequence
Air bags and seat belts that do not perform properly in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat position switches, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040016.