Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #09V081000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V081000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Includes 54 affected units, DOOR LOCKS, component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Mercedes benz is recalling 54 my 2009 s-class, w221 vehicles. during production the front and rear passenger side door locks may have been mistakenly interchanged during production. the exchange of a front and a rear passenger side door lock would result in a passenger side door that cannot be opened by merely pulling on the interior handle and a rear door lock that can be opened with a simple pull of the interior door handle even if locked.

Corrective Action

Dealers will check the part number on all door locks and replace any incorrectly installed door lock free of charge. the recall began on march 27, 2009. owners may contact mercedes benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V081000

Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 2009-03-13T00:00:00

Subject: Door locks

Component: Latches/locks/linkages

Potentially Affected Units: 54

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2009030001

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Mercedes benz is recalling 54 my 2009 s-class, w221 vehicles. during production the front and rear passenger side door locks may have been mistakenly interchanged during production. the exchange of a front and a rear passenger side door lock would result in a passenger side door that cannot be opened by merely pulling on the interior handle and a rear door lock that can be opened with a simple pull of the interior door handle even if locked.

Consequence Summary: This situation could affect the safe exiting of a vehicle in the event of a crash or protection of children from inadvertent opening of the rear door.

Corrective Action: Dealers will check the part number on all door locks and replace any incorrectly installed door lock free of charge. the recall began on march 27, 2009. owners may contact mercedes benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-29i6.5duy_vrfm

NHTSA ID: 09V081000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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