Recall
Mercedes-Benz Gle450 — 16V442000
NHTSA ID
16V442000
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Gle450
Years Affected
2016
Recall Date
2016-06-16
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Units Affected
423
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015 ML250, ML350, ML350 4Matic, ML400 4Matic, ML63 AMG, and 2016 GLE450 AMG 4Matic vehicles manufactured from April 27, 2015, through May 19, 2015. The affected vehicles may have had the right rear seatbelt anchor bolt incorrectly installed.
Consequence
In the event of a vehicle crash, the right rear seatbelt anchor bolt could fail to secure the passenger, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, correct the installation of the right rear seat belt anchor bolt, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.