Mercedes-benz 2018 Child Seat recall
Recalled June 15, 2018 · NHTSA recall 18V405000 · Mercedes-benz
Hazard
If the top tether anchorage point is missing, a child seat will not be able to be properly installed in the center rear seat position, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear seat backrest, free of charge. The recall began August 15, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Units
399 units
Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 and GLA250 4Matic vehicles. The child seat top tether anchorage point on the center position of the rear seat may not have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
What to do
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear seat backrest, free of charge. The recall began August 15, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Product
Mercedes-benz GLA 250
Manufacturer(s)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →