Recall 16V670000

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

Report Date
20160915
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Affected Vehicles
4 models

Defect Description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles manufactured March 1, 2016, to May 31, 2016. The bolts connecting the lower seat belt connection to the rear bench seat may not have been properly tightened.

Safety Consequence

If the bolts were not properly tightened, the seat belt may fail to secure the seat occupant in the event of a crash.

Remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and Sprinter dealers will inspect the connecting bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2016. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2016 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500
2016 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500
2016 MERCEDES BENZ SPRINTER 2500
2016 MERCEDES BENZ SPRINTER 3500

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.