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- SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz E63S AMG 4MATIC vehicles. The front passenger seat can be adjusted beyond its intended limit.
- Risk
- If the passenger seat is adjusted beyond its intended limit, the occupant may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the adjustment range, and if needed, install a mechanical adjustment range limitation or update the seat control unit software, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018090013.
- 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
On certain 2018 AMG E63S vehicles, the front passenger seat can be adjusted beyond its intended travel limit. If the seat is positioned past that limit, an occupant may face a higher risk of injury in a crash.
Dealers will inspect the seat's adjustment range. If needed, they will install a mechanical limit on how far the seat can travel or update the seat control unit software. The repair is free of charge at an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer, and Mercedes-Benz USA will notify owners directly.
To check whether your vehicle is affected, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372, referencing recall number 2018090013.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S | 2018 |
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