2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris recall: pretensioner

Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported this safety recall on April 10, 2017. It covers about 305 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 305
reported: Apr 10, 2017
owners notified: Jul 7, 2017
related complaints: 3

Seat belts: pretensioner

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: 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.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 17V244000

Affected vehicles

Mercedes-Benz Metris 2016 2016

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about seat belts problems.

2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris

Questions about recall 17V244000

Is there a recall on the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris pretensioner?

Yes. Recall 17V244000, reported on April 10, 2017, covers about 305 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V244000?

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.

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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