The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015 E250 Diesel, E250 Blue Tec 4 Matic, E350 Sedan, E350 Sedan 4 Matic, E350 Wagon 4 Matic, E400 Sedan, E400 Sedan 4 Matic, E63 Sedan, and E63 Wagon vehicles manufactured October 8, 2014, to October 24, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the double seat belt buckle for the middle position of the rear passenger seat could fail under loading experienced in a severe frontal crash.
The risk
If the middle position double seat belt buckle assembly fails under load such as in a severe frontal crash, there is an increased risk of injury to the seat occupant.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the double seat belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began February 2, 2015. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2014120006.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 14V-818 (14V818000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 2014120006 |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
| Component | Seat belts › Rear/other › Buckle assembly |
| Report date | December 24, 2014 |
| Owners notified | February 2, 2015 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,378 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 14V-818 repair free?
Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the double seat belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began February 2, 2015. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2014120006.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,378 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.