UTILIMASTER METRIS 2016: SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
| Make : UTILIMASTER | Model : METRIS | Year : 2016 |
| Build Dates : 2016-08-03 - 2016-09-09 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 17V244000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2017-07-07 | Date Received by ODI: 2017-04-10 | Date Added to Database: 2017-04-12 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Vans USA, LLC | ||
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| Component: SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 305 | ||
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Summary:
Daimler Vans USA, LLC "DVUSA" is recalling certain 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat seatbelt pretensioners that may not function properly in the event of a crash. |
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Consequence:
If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury. |
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Remedy:
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belts, free of charge. An interim notification was mailed to owners on June 9, 2017. A second notice was mailed on July 7, 2017, to tell owners that the remedy is now available. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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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. |
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