Recall
Mercedes-Benz E 450 — 20V328000
NHTSA ID
20V328000
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E 450
Years Affected
2020
Recall Date
2020-06-05
Component
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Units Affected
1,352
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
2020070004
Summary
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 E450, AMG E63S, GLC300, AMG GLC43, AMG GLC63, AMG GT53, and AMG GT63 vehicles equipped with rear seatbacks that can be electrically unlatched. The left-rear seatback latch may not be strong enough to withstand certain loads. If cargo were to strike the left-rear seatback, the latch may fail.
Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the left-rear seatback latch fails, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left-rear seatback latch, free of charge. The recall began August 17, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070004.