Rear seat belt bolts not tightened properly
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 26V353000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V353000?
NHTSA recall 26V353000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on May 29, 2026. It addresses: Rear seat belt bolts not tightened properly. The recall affects approximately 203 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V353000 or the manufacturer campaign number shown above. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-08-17. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.