2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43, 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S, 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S Recall: Backrest rail and backrest fitting may not be properly welded on the…
NHTSA campaign 18V150000 · Seats · filed Mar 6, 2018 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes Benz C43 AMG, C63S AMG, E63 S AMG Sedan, and E63S AMG Stationwagon vehicles fitted with AMG performance seats. The backrest rail and backrest fitting may not be properly welded on the driver and front passenger seats.
The risk
The incorrect welding may result in the seats failing in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
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 inspect the welds of the backrest frames, replacing the backrests as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 4, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018060001.
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
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | AMG C43 | 2018 |
| Mercedes-Benz | AMG C63S | 2018 |
| Mercedes-Benz | AMG E63S | 2018 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 18V150000 (manufacturer number 2018060001). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.