2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT, 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT C, 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT R and 1 other model Recall: Seat belts may bind within the guidance loops possibly causing slack in…
NHTSA campaign 17V826000 · Seat Belts · filed Dec 18, 2017 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT, AMG GT R, AMG GT C and AMG GT S vehicles. The seat belts may bind within the guidance loops possibly causing slack in the seat belts.
The risk
If the seat belt binds, slack may develop through occupant movement which may lead to increased personal injury in the event of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will reconfigure the seat belt guides, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA'S number for this recall is 2017120018.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 17V826000 (manufacturer number 2017120018). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.