Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #13V166000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V166000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2013 gl350 bluetec, gl450 4matic, gl550 4matic, and gl63 amg vehicles manufactured may 15, 2012 through october 4, 2012 Includes 256 affected units, Seat Belt Anchor Fittings may be Loose, component: SEAT BELTS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2013 gl350 bluetec, gl450 4matic, gl550 4matic, and gl63 amg vehicles manufactured may 15, 2012 through october 4, 2012

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2013 gl350 bluetec, gl450 4matic, gl550 4matic, and gl63 amg vehicles manufactured may 15, 2012 through october 4, 2012. The second row seat belt anchor fitting bolts may not be properly torqued.

Corrective Action

Mercedes-benz will notify owners and dealers will check, and tighten the bolts of the seat belt anchor fittings, as necessary, free of charge. the recall campaign began on may 24, 2013. owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V166000

Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 2013-04-29T00:00:00

Subject: Seat belt anchor fittings may be loose

Component: Seat Belts

Potentially Affected Units: 256

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2013 gl350 bluetec, gl450 4matic, gl550 4matic, and gl63 amg vehicles manufactured may 15, 2012 through october 4, 2012. The second row seat belt anchor fitting bolts may not be properly torqued.

Consequence Summary: If the bolts are not properly torqued, the seat belt anchor bolts may continue to loosen and in the the event of a crash, the belted occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action: Mercedes-benz will notify owners and dealers will check, and tighten the bolts of the seat belt anchor fittings, as necessary, free of charge. the recall campaign began on may 24, 2013. 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

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NHTSA ID: 13V166000

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Created At: 1742808662

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