Latch may allow rear door to open while driving
Defect Summary
Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2019-2021 g550 and g63 amg vehicles. components within the door latch may prevent the rear doors from latching or opening properly.
Safety Consequence
The rear door may appear closed even when the latch is not fully engaged, allowing the door to open while driving and increasing the risk of injury or a crash. damaged latch components may prevent the rear door from being opened while inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the rear door latches, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed july 9, 2021. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. note: vehicles repaired prior to this recall must return to dealers to have the remedy performed. mbusa's numbers for this recall are 2021060007 and 2021060014.
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FAQ: Recall 21V353000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V353000?
NHTSA recall 21V353000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on May 14, 2021. It addresses: Latch may allow rear door to open while driving. The recall affects approximately 17,800 vehicles, with the defect involving the Latches/locks/linkages component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V353000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2021060007/14. 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.