CarRecallWatch- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Mercedes C300 Cabriolet, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C63S AMG Cabriolet, and C63 AMG Cabriolet vehicles. Due to a bonding issue introduced in the production process, the rear beltline trim may separate from the vehicle.
- Risk
- If the beltline trim were to separate from the vehicle while driving, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear beltline trim and replace the trim if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class convertibles and AMG models may have a bonding problem introduced during production. The rear beltline trim can separate from the vehicle while it is being driven.
If the trim comes loose while driving, it could become a road hazard for you and other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Mercedes-Benz USA will notify affected owners. Dealers will inspect the rear beltline trim and replace it if necessary, at no cost to you. The recall began on September 21, 2018. You can contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372, and check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 | 20172018 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 | 20172018 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S | 20172018 |
| Mercedes-Benz C 300 | 20172018 |