Recall 18V207000: 2017–2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 and 4 other models
- Report received
- Mar 29, 2018
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
- Potentially affected
- 3,088vehicles
- Model years
- 2017–2018
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 C43 AMG 4Matic Coupe, C300 Coupe, C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C300 Cabriolet, C43 AMG 4Matic Cabriolet and C63S AMG Cabriolet, 2017 C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63S AMG Coupe and C63 AMG Coupe, 2018 E400 Coupe and E400 4Matic Coupe vehicles. The seatbacks of the front seats may not properly lock on the right side of the seat.
Possible consequence
If the seatback does not properly lock, in the event of a crash, the seatbacks may fold forward, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the locking of the seatbacks, replacing the seatbacks lock, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 25, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018040007.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C4323 complaints
- 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C4313 complaints
- 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C634 complaints
- 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S1 complaints
- 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S1 complaints
- 2017 Mercedes-Benz C300216 complaints
- 2018 Mercedes-Benz C30099 complaints
- 2018 Mercedes-Benz E40023 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.