MERCEDES BENZ METRIS 2021: SEATS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V106000

Make Model Year
MERCEDES BENZ METRIS 2021
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2021-05-13 2021-02-23 2021-02-24

Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: VS2SITZNAT

Component: SEATS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 4

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Daimler Vans USA, LLC "DVUSA" is recalling certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles equipped with an adjustable front passenger seat. The front passenger seat frame base may not have been welded properly.

Consequence

An improperly welded seat frame base may have reduced stability, which can increase the risk of injury to the occupant in a crash.

Remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat frame base, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on May 6, 2021. The recall began May 13, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2SITZNAT.

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.