NHTSA Recall 16V602000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V602000; Date: Aug. 15, 2016
If the vehicle is involved in a crash in very low temperatures, the rear head restraints may not function as intended, increasing the risk of rearseat occupant injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 Mercedes-benz GLE450
Component: Seats:mid/rear Assembly
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc.
Affected Units:: 2
Recall Summary:
Mercedes-benz USA, LLC (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2016 gle coupe 450 amg 4matic vehicles manufactured July 11, 2015, to July 25, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with rear head restraints that may not stay locked in the upright position at very low temperatures.
How to Fix:
Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear head restraints, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in October 2016. Owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 11, 2016
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