Recall 16V442000: 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63, 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE450, 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250 +2 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 16, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 423
- Models
- 5
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015 ML250, ML350, ML350 4Matic, ML400 4Matic, ML63 AMG, and 2016 GLE450 AMG 4Matic vehicles manufactured from April 27, 2015, through May 19, 2015. The affected vehicles may have had the right rear seatbelt anchor bolt incorrectly installed.
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the right rear seatbelt anchor bolt could fail to secure the passenger, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, correct the installation of the right rear seat belt anchor bolt, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63
- 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE450
- 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250
- 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350
- 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML400
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V442000
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
- Owner letters
- Jul 22, 2016
- Components
- Seat belts:rear/other (Seats & Seat Belts)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology