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Mercedes-benz 2017 Latches/Locks/Linkages recall

Recalled February 8, 2017 · NHTSA recall 17V077000 · Mercedes-benz

Hazard
In the event of a crash, if objects are not secured within the center console, they may strike the vehicle occupants, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will modify the center console so that it remains latched in a crash, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in early March 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Units
5,882 units

Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 GLE 400 4Matic, GLE 350 4Matic, GLE 350, GLE 550E 4Matic, GLE 63 AMG, GLE 63S AMG, GLE 43 AMG 4Matic Coupe, GLE 63S AMG 4Matic Coupe, GLS 450 4Matic, GLS 550 4Matic, and GLS 63 AMG 4Matic vehicles. In certain types of crash events, the center console may unlatch, allowing the objects within to fly around the cabin. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."

What to do

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will modify the center console so that it remains latched in a crash, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in early March 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Product
Mercedes-benz AMG GLE43 · Mercedes-benz AMG GLE63 · Mercedes-benz AMG GLS63 · Mercedes-benz GLE 400 · Mercedes-benz GLE350 · Mercedes-benz GLE550E · Mercedes-benz GLE63S · Mercedes-benz GLS450 · Mercedes-benz GLS550
Manufacturer(s)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →

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