2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 4MATIC, Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC +more: Seat Belts recall
NHTSA campaign 26V172000 · 20 units potentially affected · filed Mar 20, 2026
What's wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2026 AMG GLC43 4MATIC, GLC 300 4MATIC, GLC 300, and GLC 300 4MATIC Coupe vehicles. The center rear seat belts may have been installed without the child seat protection function and fail to lock a child restraint properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and FMVSS number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Why it matters
In the event of a crash, an insufficiently restrained child has an increased risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the center rear seat belt assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 27, 2026.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V172000
- Manufacturer no.
- —
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
- Component
- SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
- Units affected
- 20
- Report received
- Mar 20, 2026
- Owner letters
- May 15, 2026
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.