Recall 18V456000

STRUCTURE:BODY

Report Date
20180710
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY
Affected Vehicles
8 models

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Mercedes C300 Cabriolet, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C63S AMG Cabriolet, and C63 AMG Cabriolet vehicles. Due to a bonding issue introduced in the production process, the rear beltline trim may separate from the vehicle.

Safety Consequence

If the beltline trim were to separate from the vehicle while driving, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear beltline trim and replace the trim if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2017 MERCEDES BENZ AMG C43
2017 MERCEDES BENZ AMG C63
2017 MERCEDES BENZ C300
2017 MERCEDES BENZ C63S AMG
2018 MERCEDES BENZ AMG C43
2018 MERCEDES BENZ AMG C63
2018 MERCEDES BENZ AMG C63S
2018 MERCEDES BENZ C 300

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.