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2008-2011 Dodge Sprinter 2500, Dodge Sprinter 3500 and others recall: seat belts

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC - Dba Sprinter reported this safety recall on March 30, 2011. It covers about 3,437 vehicles.

vehicles affected
3,437
reported
Mar 30, 2011
owners notified
Jul 15, 2011
related complaints
2

Seat belts

What is wrong
Mercedes-benz is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 2500 and 3500 sprinter vehicles equipped with an optional three-seat bench in the passenger compartment. The seat benches in the second seating row may have been equipped with safety belts that do not meet the minimum requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 208, "occupant protection in interior impact," and motor vehicle safety standard 209, "seat belt assemblies." first, those safety belts may not lock as required. Second, the assembly loop may not perform to minimum force requirements.
Risk
In the event of a crash, the safety belts in these vehicles may not perform as required such that a seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of injury or death in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Mercedes-benz will inspect and replace any seat belt assemblies that do not meet the requirements free of charge. The safety recall began on july 15, 2011. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 843‑695‑5000.

Recall number 11V210000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about seat belts problems.

2008 Dodge Sprinter 25002009 Dodge Sprinter 25002008 Dodge Sprinter 35002009 Dodge Sprinter 35002008 Freightliner Sprinter 25002009 Freightliner Sprinter 25002010 Freightliner Sprinter 25002011 Freightliner Sprinter 25002008 Freightliner Sprinter 35002009 Freightliner Sprinter 35002010 Freightliner Sprinter 35002010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500

Questions about recall 11V210000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2011 Dodge Sprinter 2500, Dodge Sprinter 3500 and others seat belts?

Yes. Recall 11V210000, reported on March 30, 2011, covers about 3,437 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V210000?

Mercedes-benz will inspect and replace any seat belt assemblies that do not meet the requirements free of charge. The safety recall began on july 15, 2011. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 843‑695‑5000.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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