NHTSA (USA)High Risk
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLS63, 2020-2022 GLS450 and GLS580 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the locks on the third-row seatbacks may fail in the event of a crash.
Safety Risk
A seat with a seatback lock failure may not properly restrain occupants, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the third-row seatback, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022100011.
59,574 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 2022100011Updated May 25, 2026