MERCEDES BENZ GLE450 2016: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V602000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| MERCEDES BENZ | GLE450 | 2016 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2016-10-11 | 2016-08-15 | 2016-08-15 |
Production Dates: 2015-07-11 - 2015-07-25
Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2016090003
Component: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
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.
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.
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.
