NHTSA Campaign 21V527000
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:SIDE IMPACT
Issued by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · Reported Jul 12, 2021 · 542 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG CLS53, E350, E450, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, 2020 S450, S560, G550, AMG GLC63, 2020-2021 GLC300, and AMG G63 vehicles. The side crash sensor connectors may come loose, which could delay the activation of air bags and seatbelts during a side impact crash.
Consequence
Air bags and seatbelts that don't function as intended can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the side impact crash sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021070032/33.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MERCEDES-BENZ | AMG CLS53 | 2021 | 542 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | AMG E53 | 2021 | 542 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | AMG G63 | 2020 | 542 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | AMG G63 | 2021 | 542 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | AMG GLC63 | 2020 | 542 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | AMG GT43 | 2021 | 542 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | AMG GT53 | 2021 | 542 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | CLS 450 | 2021 | 542 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | E 350 | 2021 | 542 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | E 450 | 2021 | 542 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | G 550 | 2020 | 542 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | GLC 300 | 2020 | 542 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | GLC 300 | 2021 | 542 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | S 450 | 2020 | 542 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | S 560 | 2020 | 542 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 21V527000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.