3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Posted on: 2017-04-12
Description
Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2016 mercedes-benz metris vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat seatbelt pretensioners that may not function properly in the event of a crash.
Consequence
If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in june 2017. Owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
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.
DEFECT #2 - SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Posted on: 2017-04-12
Description
Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2016 mercedes-benz metris vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat seatbelt pretensioners that may not function properly in the event of a crash.
Consequence
If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belts, free of charge. An interim notification was mailed to owners on june 9, 2017. A second notice was mailed on july 7, 2017, to tell owners that the remedy is now available. Owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
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.
DEFECT #3 - STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Posted on: 2017-09-26
Description
Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 mercedes-benz metris vans. These vehicles have electrical power steering control units with improperly welded contact pins.
Consequence
The improperly welded pins may lose contact, deactivating the power steering assist and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric power steering rack, free of charge. An interim notice is expected to be mailed on november 17, 2017. A second notice will be mailed to owners when parts become available. Owners may contact daimler's customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
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.