2017–2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43, 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63, 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 and 2 other models Recall: Seat belt latch plates (the parts that insert into the buckles) for the…
NHTSA campaign 18V683000 · Seat Belts · filed Oct 1, 2018 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 and GLC300 4Matic, 2018 GLC350e and GLC63 AMG 4Matic and 2017-2018 GLC43 AMG 4Matic vehicles. The seat belt latch plates (the parts that insert into the buckles) for the outboard rear seats may retract into the interior paneling, preventing the occupants from being able to use the seat belts.
The risk
If the rear seat passengers cannot fasten their seat belts, they have an increased risk of 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 install felt strips between the C-pillar and rear side paneling, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018100002.
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 18V683000 (manufacturer number 2018100002). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.