1998-1999 Mercedes Benz M Class recall: anchorage
Mercedes-Benz USA, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 22, 1999. It covers about 85,970 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 85,970
- reported
- Nov 22, 1999
- owners notified
- Dec 29, 2000
- related complaints
- 3
Seat belts: front: anchorage
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The latching mechanism on the seat belt assembly was not assembled correctly. If the plastic cover is loose during the engagement of the buckle tongue to the latch mechanism, the buckle could unlatch.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the seat belt buckles. If either the driver or front passenger seat belt buckle is found to be defective, it will be replaced.
Recall number 99V328000
Affected vehicles
- Mercedes Benz M Class 1998-1999 19981999
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about seat belts problems.
Questions about recall 99V328000
Is there a recall on the 1998-1999 Mercedes Benz M Class anchorage?
Yes. Recall 99V328000, reported on November 22, 1999, covers about 85,970 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 99V328000?
Dealers will inspect the seat belt buckles. If either the driver or front passenger seat belt buckle is found to be defective, it will be replaced.
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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