2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53, 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S, 2019 Mercedes-Benz E63 Recall: Incorrect driver air bag and software version may have been installed
NHTSA campaign 19V868000 · Air Bags · filed Dec 6, 2019 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 E53 AMG 4MATIC, E63 AMG 4MATIC Wagon, and E63S AMG 4MATIC Wagon vehicles. The incorrect driver air bag and software version may have been installed.
The risk
Incorrect driver air bag and software version can cause the restraint systems to not function as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the driver's air bag and update the air bag software, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020030001/2.
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | AMG E53 | 2019 |
| Mercedes-Benz | AMG E63S | 2019 |
| Mercedes-Benz | E63 | 2019 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 19V868000 (manufacturer number 2020030001/2). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.