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Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53 4MATIC+ Recall 26V353: Loose Rear Seat Belt Bolts May Fail in a Crash

NHTSA campaign 26V353, reported May 29, 2026, 203 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2026 Mercedes-Benz vehicles may have rear seat belt bolts that were not tightened properly. A loose seat belt may not properly restrain a rear occupant during a crash, which increases the risk of injury.

Dealers will tighten the rear seat belt bolts and replace any missing bolts at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed July 17, 2026. If you have questions, you can contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

You can check whether your vehicle is included by entering your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) at NHTSA.gov, where VINs for this recall became searchable on June 5, 2026. If your vehicle is listed, schedule a free repair with an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 26V353Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Component
SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2026 AMG GLS 63 4MATIC+, AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ COUPE, AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+, AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+ COUPE, AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+, GLE 450 4MATIC COUPE, GLE 350 4MATIC, Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC, GLS 580 4MATIC, GLS 450 4MATIC, GLE 580 4MATIC, GLE 450E 4MATIC, GLE 450 4MATIC, and GLE 350 vehicles. The bolts for the rear seat belts may not be tightened properly.
Risk
A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the rear seat belt bolts and replace any missing bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 5, 2026.

Affected vehicles

Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53 4MATIC+2026
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53 4MATIC+ Coupe2026
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 S 4MATIC+2026
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 S 4MATIC+ Coupe2026
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63 4MATIC+2026
Mercedes-Benz GLE 3502026
Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC2026
Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 4MATIC2026
Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 4MATIC Coupe2026
Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e 4MATIC2026
Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 4MATIC2026
Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC2026
Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC2026
Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC2026