Mercedes-Benz Recall 20V-673: Seats

Affected: 2019–2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53, 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63, 2021 Mercedes-Benz E350 and 1 more. Filed with NHTSA on October 30, 2020, covering about 1,337 vehicles.

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 E350 and E450, 2019-2021 AMG E53 and 2020-2021 AMG E63 vehicles. The front passenger seat may be missing the mechanical seat adjustment range limit stop, allowing the seat to move outside of the acceptable range in relation to the air bag.

The risk

If the front passenger seat is adjusted beyond the acceptable range in relation to the air bag, there could be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash with air bag deployment.

The fix

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for the mechanical seat adjustment range limitation for the front passenger seat and install it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-368-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020110013.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign20V-673 (20V673000)
Manufacturer number2020110013
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC
ComponentSeats
Report dateOctober 30, 2020
Owners notifiedDecember 18, 2020
Vehicles affected1,337
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 20V-673 repair free?

Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for the mechanical seat adjustment range limitation for the front passenger seat and install it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,337 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.