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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 18V849📅 Dec 4, 2018

2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S & 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 recall: body & structure

⚠️ What's wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz E450 4Matic Wagon and E63S AMG Wagon vehicles. The affected vehicles have a tailgate mounted spoiler that may not be properly attached and therefore could detach while driving.

💥 The risk

If the tailgate mounted spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the mounting of the spoiler, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018120002.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
18V849000
Manufacturer recall #
2018120002
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Vehicles affected
16
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY
Owner phone
1-800-367-6372
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Dec 19, 2018
Built
Oct 1, 2018 – Oct 16, 2018
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 18V849 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 18V849?

2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S & 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450. 16 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-367-6372.