NHTSA Campaign 16V670000
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Issued by Daimler Vans USA, LLC · Reported Sep 15, 2016 · 271 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles manufactured March 1, 2016, to May 31, 2016. The bolts connecting the lower seat belt connection to the rear bench seat may not have been properly tightened.
Consequence
If the bolts were not properly tightened, the seat belt may fail to secure the seat occupant in the event of a crash.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and Sprinter dealers will inspect the connecting bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2016. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 2500 | 2016 | 271 |
| FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 3500 | 2016 | 271 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | SPRINTER 2500 | 2016 | 271 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | SPRINTER 3500 | 2016 | 271 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 16V670000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.