Mercedes-benz: Rear Seat Belt Bolts Not Tightened Properly (seat Belts)
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain 2026 GLE and GLS models because rear seat belt bolts may not be properly tightened, which could prevent the seat belts from restraining occupants effectively in a crash. The recall affects multiple trim levels of these vehicles sold nationwide. Dealers will tighten or replace the rear seat belt bolts at no cost.
- Recalling firm
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Product
- Component: SEAT BELTS. Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2026 AMG GLS 63 4MATIC+, AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ COUPE, AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+, AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+ COUPE, AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+, GLE 450 4MATIC COUPE, GLE 350 4MATIC, Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC, GLS 580 4MATIC, GLS 450 4MATIC, GLE 580 4MATIC, GLE 450E 4MATIC, GLE 450 4MATIC, and GLE 350 vehicles. The bolts for the rear seat belts may not be tightened properly.
- Reason
- A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Remedy: Dealers will tighten the rear seat belt bolts and replace any missing bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 28, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 5, 2026.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recall date
- 2026-05-29
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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