Mercedes-Benz E-class and C-class recall: Laser welding between backrest rail and backrest metal fitting of front seats may not meet specification
- What's wrong
- It has been determined that on certain C-Class (205) and E-Class (213) Cars with AMG performance seats the laser welding between the backrest rail and the backrest metal fitting of the driver or passenger seat might not meet the specification. The laser welding between the…
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair. As a precautionary measure recall the affected vehicles and check the backrest member and replace if necessary
What’s wrong
It has been determined that on certain C-Class (205) and E-Class (213) Cars with AMG performance seats the laser welding between the backrest rail and the backrest metal fitting of the driver or passenger seat might not meet the specification. The laser welding between the backrest member and the backrest metal fitting may not withstand the required load values. As a result the fitting may detach from the backrest member. In the case of an accident this could result in a higher occupant load. Due to the delivery scenario the fault can only occur on one side of the seat.
The fix
As a precautionary measure recall the affected vehicles and check the backrest member and replace if necessary
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| E-class | 1 Aug 2017 | 28 Feb 2018 | 46 |
| C-class | 1 Aug 2017 | 28 Feb 2018 | 46 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 14 August 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.