2026 Mercedes Benz AMG GLE53 4MATIC+, Mercedes Benz AMG GLE53 4MATIC+ Coupe, Mercedes Benz AMG GLE63 S 4MATIC+ +more: Seat Belts recall
NHTSA campaign 26V353000 · 203 units potentially affected · filed May 29, 2026
What's wrong
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.
Why it matters
A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will tighten the rear seat belt bolts and replace any missing bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 17, 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V353000
- Manufacturer no.
- —
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
- Component
- SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
- Units affected
- 203
- Report received
- May 29, 2026
- Owner letters
- Jul 17, 2026
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.