2023–2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43, 2022–2025 Mercedes-Benz C 300 Recall: Driver-side seat belt cover may not be properly installed on the seat belt…
NHTSA campaign 25V253000 · Seat Belts · filed May 2, 2025 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 C 300, and 2023-2024 AMG C 43 vehicles. The driver-side seat belt cover may not be properly installed on the seat belt tensioner, which can cause the seat belt anchor to come loose.
The risk
A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant 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
Dealers will inspect and repair the seat belt covers, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025040012.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | AMG C43 | 2023, 2024 |
| Mercedes-Benz | C 300 | 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 25V253000 (manufacturer number 2025040012). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.