Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc - Dba Sprinter | NHTSA Recall #11V210000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V210000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc - Dba Sprinter. Includes 3,437 affected units, SEAT BELT/THIRD ROW BENCH/FMVSS 208 & FMVSS 209, component: SEAT BELTS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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 Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V210000

Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc - Dba Sprinter

Report Received Date: 2011-03-30T00:00:00

Subject: Seat belt/third row bench/fmvss 208 & fmvss 209

Component: Seat Belts

Potentially Affected Units: 3,437

Details

MFR Campaign Number: L17

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: 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.

Consequence Summary: 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.

Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-q66r_ncye_geqq

NHTSA ID: 11V210000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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