In the event of a crash, a seat occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.

Seat Belts — Rear/Other — Buckle Assembly

Date Announced
APR 03, 2006
Vehicles Affected
2,500
Mercedes-Benz Recall #
2006040003
NHTSA Campaign #
06V101000
Summary
On certain passenger vehicles, during the production process, the threads in the nut used to secure the seat belt buckle in a limited number of second row seats may be missing. The absence of the screw threads results in an incomplete connection of the buckle to the seat.
Actions
Dealers will inspect to see if the nut is missing and replace the seat if necessary free of charge. The recall began on May 3, 2006. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
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