Possibly recessed middle seat belt buckle
Defect Summary
Mercedes-benz ag usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2021 amg gle53, amg gle63, 2020 gle580, 2020-2021 gle350 and gle450 vehicles with 5 passenger seating. while buckling the seat belt, the middle seat belt buckle could be pushed down into the gap below the seat cushion. if the buckle can't be retrieved, the buckle latch will be inoperable and unable to restrain an occupant.
Safety Consequence
An unrestrained occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will secure the middle seat belt buckle, free of charge. the recall began december 18, 2020. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2020110005.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 20V671000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V671000?
NHTSA recall 20V671000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on October 30, 2020. It addresses: Possibly recessed middle seat belt buckle. The recall affects approximately 55,326 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 20V671000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2020110005. 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: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.