Mercedes-Benz R-Class recalls

23 official safety recalls for the Mercedes-Benz R-Class from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Brake booster corrosion may reduce braking

    Reported April 26, 2024Model years 2006–2012NHTSA campaign 24V29800015,604 vehicles affected

    Do not drive: the maker advises not to drive affected vehicles until they are repaired.

    Moisture may cause corrosion in the brake booster housing, reducing brake performance or causing brake failure and increasing the risk of a crash. Owners are advised not to drive until the remedy is performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the booster, and replace it as needed free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
    Defect
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML, GL, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.
    Consequence
    Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MMUSA's number for this recall is 2024050001/2. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-315.
    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.nhtsa.gov.

  2. Brake booster corrosion may affect its function

    Reported September 30, 2022Model years 2005–2013DVSA recall R/2022/279654 vehicles affected

    Advanced corrosion at the brake booster housing joint may affect its function. The booster will be replaced if the vehicle fails the XENTRY test and requires replacement.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    The function of the brake booster might be affected due to advanced corrosion in the joint area of its housing.
    Defect
    The function of the brake booster might be affected due to advanced corrosion in the joint area of its housing.
    Remedy
    Replace brake booster in vehicles that have not passed XENTRY test and require part replacement.

  3. Brake booster corrosion may affect its function

    Reported September 30, 2022Model years 2005–2013DVSA recall R/2022/27819,326 vehicles affected

    Advanced corrosion at the brake booster housing joint may affect its function. Vehicles that fail the specified test and need a replacement will have the brake booster replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    The function of the brake booster might be affected due to advanced corrosion in the joint area of its housing.
    Defect
    The function of the brake booster might be affected due to advanced corrosion in the joint area of its housing.
    Remedy
    Replace brake booster in vehicles that have not passed XENTRY test and require part replacement.

  4. Brake booster may be affected by corrosion

    Reported May 24, 2022Model years 2005–2013DVSA recall R/2022/1404,893 vehicles affected

    Advanced corrosion at the brake booster housing joint may affect its function. The brake booster will be checked and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE FUNCTION OF THE BRAKE BOOSTER MIGHT BE AFFECTED DUE TO ADVANCED CORROSION IN THE JOINT AREA OF ITS HOUSING
    Defect
    The function of the brake booster might be affected due to advanced corrosion in the joint area of its housing.
    Remedy
    Check the brake booster on the affected vehicles and - depending on the result of this inspection - replace it where necessary.

  5. Brake booster may be affected by corrosion

    Reported May 24, 2022Model years 2005–2013DVSA recall R/2022/13794,998 vehicles affected

    Advanced corrosion at the brake booster housing joint may affect its function. The remedy is to inspect the booster and replace it if needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE FUNCTION OF THE BRAKE BOOSTER MIGHT BE AFFECTED DUE TO ADVANCED CORROSION IN THE JOINT AREA OF ITS HOUSING
    Defect
    The function of the brake booster might be affected due to advanced corrosion in the joint area of its housing.
    Remedy
    Check the brake booster on the affected vehicles and - depending on the result of this inspection - replace it where necessary.

  6. Corrosion may cause brake failure

    Reported May 9, 2022Model years 2006–2012NHTSA campaign 22V315000350,294 vehicles affected

    Do not drive: the maker advises not to drive affected vehicles until they are repaired.

    Moisture may corrode the brake booster housing, reducing brake performance or causing brake failure and increasing crash risk. Owners are advised not to drive until repaired. Dealers will inspect the booster and replace it as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
    Defect
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML-Class, GL-Class, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.
    Consequence
    Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2022050014, 2022050015 2022090006, & 2022090007.
    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.nhtsa.gov.

  7. Driver airbag propellant may change over time

    Reported August 17, 2021Model years 2004–2013DVSA recall R/2021/279305 vehicles affected

    The driver's airbag propellant may undergo a chemical change over time. The driver's airbag will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG MAY HAVE A CHEMICAL CHANGE TO ITS PROPELLANT OVER TIME
    Defect
    The driver's airbag may have a chemical change to its propellant over time.
    Remedy
    Replace the driver�s airbag

  8. Driver airbag propellant may change over time

    Reported August 17, 2021Model years 2004–2013DVSA recall R/2021/277650,916 vehicles affected

    The driver airbag propellant may undergo a chemical change over time. The driver airbag will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG MAY HAVE A CHEMICAL CHANGE TO ITS PROPELLANT OVER TIME
    Defect
    The driver's airbag may have a chemical change to its propellant over time.
    Remedy
    Replace the driver�s airbag.

  9. Driver airbag inflator may rupture

    Reported February 11, 2016Model years 2009–2012NHTSA campaign 16V081000711,159 vehicles affected

    The driver airbag inflator may rupture when deployed, sending metal fragments into the vehicle and potentially seriously injuring or killing occupants. Dealers will replace the driver airbag module, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
    Defect
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 ML320 BlueTec 4Matic, GL320 BlueTec 4Matic and R320 CDI 4Matic, 2011 E350 Cabriolet and E550 Cabriolet, 2009-2011 ML350, ML350 4Matic, ML550 4Matic, ML63 AMG, and C63 AMG, 2010-2011 ML450 4Matic Hybrid, E350 Coupe, E350 4Matic, E550 Coupe, E550 4Matic, and E63 AMG, 2011-2012 GL350 BlueTec 4Matic and R350 BlueTec 4Matic, 2009-2012 GL450 4Matic, GL550 4Matic and R350 4Matic, 2007-2008 SLK280, SLK350, and SLK55 AMG, 2011-2014 SLS AMG Coupe, 2012 SLS AMG Cabriolet, 2013-2014 SLS AMG GT and SLS AMG GT Cabriolet, 2005 C230 Kompressor and C320, 2006-2007 C230, 2006-2011 C350, 2008-2011 C300 and C300 4Matic, 2010-2012 GLK350 and GLK350 4Matic and 2007-2008 Chrysler Crossfire vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
    Consequence
    In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
    Remedy
    MBUSA will their notify owners, and Fiat Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler owners. Dealers for the respective brands will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. This recall began November 2016. Mercedes-Benz owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 and Chrysler owners may contact Fiat Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
    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.

  10. Fuel filter may leak diesel onto the road

    Reported January 26, 2012Model years 2009–2011DVSA recall R/2011/172156,086 vehicles affected

    Diesel may leak from the drain plug area of the fuel filter and reach the road, reducing friction between the tyres and road surface. Check the filter and replace it if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL MAY LEAK
    Defect
    Fuel leaks in the plug area of the drain opening may occur at the fuel filter with integrated fuel heaters. Fuel can escape and is noticeable to the customer due to a corresponding diesel odour. The diesel can reach the road and as a result friction between the tyres and road surface may be decreased.
    Remedy
    Check filter and replace as necessary.

  11. Diesel fuel filter may leak

    Reported October 3, 2011Model years 2011NHTSA campaign 11V4960006,872 vehicles affected

    The diesel fuel filter may leak around its heating component, allowing fuel to reach the highway and create a potential crash hazard. Dealers will inspect the filter and replace it if necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
    Defect
    MERCEDES-BENZ USA (MBUSA) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 VEHICLES INCLUDING E-CLASS (212 PLATFORM), MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 2010 THROUGH FEBRUARY 2011, R-CLASS (251 PLATFORM), MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 2010 THROUGH APRIL 2011, ML-CLASS (W164 PLATFORM), MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 2010 THROUGH MARCH 2011, GL-CLASS (X164 PLATFORM), MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 2010 THROUGH MARCH 2011, AND MODEL YEAR 2012 S-CLASS (221 PLATFORM) VEHICLES. THE DIESEL FUEL FILTER MAY LEAK FROM THE AREA AROUND THE HEATING COMPONENT.
    Consequence
    DIESEL FUEL MAY BE DEPOSITED ONTO THE HIGHWAY AND CREATE THE POTENTIAL FOR A CRASH.
    Remedy
    MBUSA WILL CONTACT OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE DIESEL FUEL FILTER IF NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 30, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ USA AT 1-800-367-6372.
    Notes
    OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .

  12. Fuel filter housing may leak

    Reported January 7, 2011DVSA recall R/2010/20514,860 vehicles affected

    Fuel may leak from the filter housing onto the road, making it slippery. The housing will be replaced if it is leaking.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL MAY LEAK
    Defect
    Fuel may leak from the fuel filter housing onto the road surface and thereby make the road slippery for road users.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the fuel filter housing if it is leaking.

  13. Fuel filter may leak

    Reported October 29, 2010Model years 2011NHTSA campaign 10V5400002,297 vehicles affected

    An inadequately lubricated O-ring may allow the fuel filter to leak. Diesel fuel on the road could make it slippery and increase crash risk. Dealers will replace the fuel filters, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL FILTER
    Defect
    MERCEDES BENZ IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 M-CLASS, MODEL W164, GL-CLASS, MODEL X164, E-CLASS, MODEL W212, R-CLASS, AND MODEL V251VEHICLES. THE O-RING MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY LUBRICATED IN ALL CASES. LACK OF LUBRICATION CAN LEAD TO LEAKAGE OF THE FUEL FILTER.
    Consequence
    DIESEL FUEL MAY BE DEPOSITED ON ROADS AND MAKING THOSE ROADS SLIPPERY, INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A CRASH.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 24, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372. THIS CAMPAIGN HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED . PLEASE SEE RECALL CAMPAIGN 11V-496.
    Notes
    OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .

  14. Power steering driving pin may break

    Reported December 19, 2008Model years 2008NHTSA campaign 08V682000577 vehicles affected

    A defective driving pin may break during normal turning, reducing hydraulic steering assistance and limiting steering wheel operation. The steering gear will be replaced.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
    Defect
    MERCEDES-BENZ IS RECALLING 577 MY 2008 GL-CLASS, M-CLASS, AND R-CLASS VEHICLES. A DEFECT MAY EXIST IN THE DRIVING PIN USED TO CONTROL THE OIL PRESSURE OF THE POWER STEERING.
    Consequence
    IF A DEFECTIVE DRIVING PIN EXISTS IN A VEHICLE AND THE PIN BREAKS DURING NORMAL VEHICLE TURNING, THE NORMALLY AVAILABLE HYDRAULIC SUPPORT FUNCTION WILL NO LONGER FUNCTION AND STEERING WHEEL OPERATION WILL BE LIMITED.
    Remedy
    MERCEDES-BENZ WILL REPLACE THE STEERING GEARS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 28, 2009. OWNER MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.
    Notes
    MERCEDES-BENZ RECALL NO. 2008120011.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .

  15. Crankshaft sensor may interrupt engine operation

    Reported November 17, 2008Model years 2006–2007DVSA recall R/2008/149154,648 vehicles affected

    An electrical connection inside the crankshaft sensor may fail, causing loss of power and preventing the engine from restarting. The crankshaft sensor will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE COULD LOSE POWER.
    Defect
    The electrical connection in the interior of the crankshaft sensor's chip housing may be interrupted which may result in loss of power and the inability to restart engine
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles and replace crankshaft sensor

  16. Incorrect control unit software may affect engine shut-off

    Reported November 10, 2008Model years 2004–2008DVSA recall R/2008/147504 vehicles affected

    Incorrect control unit software may affect emergency engine shut-off, the onboard diagnosis system, or the tank or speedometer signal. Replace the SAM control unit.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE EMERGENCY SHUT OFF ON BOARD DIAGNOSIS OR TANK/SPEEDO SIGNAL MAY BE AFFECTED
    Defect
    Possibility of transfer of incorrect control unit software which could affect engine shut off control in an emergency situation or the on board diagnosis system or tank/speedometer signal
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles and replace SAM control unit

  17. Incorrect software coding may prevent fuel pump shutdown after a crash

    Reported July 7, 2008Model years 2006–2008NHTSA campaign 08V303000404 vehicles affected

    Incorrect software coding may affect safety functions, including whether the fuel pump receives the signal to shut off after a crash. Dealers will recode the software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
    Defect
    MERCEDES-BENZ IS RECALLING MY 2006-2008 M-CLASS, R-CLASS, MY 2005-2009 SLK-CLASS, MY 2005-2008 C-CLASS, MY 2003-2004 AND 2006-2008 CLK-CLASS, MY 2003-2008 E-CLASS, MY 2004 AND 2008 CL-CLASS, MY 2008 CLS-CLASS, MY 2004 AND 2007-2008 S-CLASS, MY 2003 G-CLASS, AND MY 2003-2004, 2006 AND 2009 SL-CLASS VEHICLES. A SOFTWARE CALIBRATION NUMBER (SCN) CODING RECEIVED ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES DURING A RECENT WORKSHOP VISIT WAS INCORRECT. DEPENDING ON THE MODEL YEAR AND MODEL AFFECTED, THE RESULTS OF AN INCORRECT SCN CODING CAN AFFECT A NUMBER OF VEHICLE SAFETY AND EMISSION FUNCTIONS INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF FUNCTIONS: (1) THE FUEL GAUGE READINGS MAY BE INCORRECT; (2) A STUCK FUEL-LEVEL SENSOR MAY NOT BE DISPLAYED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER; (3) THE OBD SYSTEM MAY CAUSE THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE INCORRECTLY; AND, (4) THE SPEEDOMETER MAY BE OUT OF TOLERANCE.
    Consequence
    IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE ELECTRICAL FUEL PUMP MAY NOT RECEIVE A CRASH SIGNAL THAT IS REQUIRED FOR THE FUEL PUMP TO DISCONNECT AND PREVENT FUTURE FUEL DELIVERY AS DESIGNED.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL RECODE THE SCN FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.
    Notes
    MERCEDES-BENZ RECALL NO. 2008 070001.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

  18. Crankshaft sensor may fail and cause power loss

    Reported January 9, 2008Model years 2006–2008NHTSA campaign 08V0060009,004 vehicles affected

    A sensor electrical connection may fail, causing the vehicle to lose power instead of entering limp-home mode; it may also be unable to restart. This could increase crash risk. Dealers will replace the sensor.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
    Defect
    ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DIESEL ENGINES, THE CRANKSHAFT SENSOR COULD FAIL DUE TO SEPARATION OF BOND WIRES FROM THE LEAD FRAME IN THE SENSOR. THIS RESULTS IN AN INTERRUPTION IN THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION IN THE CHIP HOUSING OF THE SENSOR.
    Consequence
    WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE VEHICLE MAY LOSE POWER RATHER THAN ENTER A LIMP-HOME MODE. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE CANNOT BE RESTARTED AFTER FAILURE OF THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION IN THE SENSOR, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CRANKSHAFT SENSOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 4, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.
    Notes
    MERCEDES RECALL NO. 2008010005.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

  19. Accelerator pedal may not be fully secured

    Reported December 29, 2006Model years 2007NHTSA campaign 06V4950001,570 vehicles affected

    The accelerator pedal may not be fully fastened to its mounting studs and may shift over time, making it harder to operate. Dealers will inspect the pedal and install mounting nuts if needed.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
    Defect
    ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL MIGHT NOT HAVE BEEN FULLY FASTENED TO ITS MOUNTING STUDS.
    Consequence
    OVER TIME, THE PEDAL MAY NOT MAINTAIN A CONSISTENT PEDAL POSITION, WHICH COULD MAKE IT MORE DIFFICULT TO OPERATE THE ACCELERATOR.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL THE MOUNTING NUTS OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 16, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.
    Notes
    MERCEDES-BENZ RECALL NO. 2006120008.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

  20. Driver's seat belt buckle may unlatch

    Reported September 1, 2006DVSA recall R/2006/15267 vehicles affected

    Excessive side movement in the driver's seat belt buckle may cause it to unlatch. The buckle will be checked and replaced if excessive movement is found.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELT MAY DE-LATCH
    Defect
    Excessive side movement within the driver's seat belt buckle may cause the seat belt to de-latch.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the subject seat belt buckle checked for excessive side movement. The buckle will be replaced if excessive movement is evident.

  21. Starter motor wiring may short circuit

    Reported September 1, 2006DVSA recall R/2006/14850 vehicles affected

    Incorrect routing of the starter motor wiring harness could cause a short circuit. The harness routing will be checked and corrected if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT
    Defect
    The routing of the stater motor wiring harness may be incorrect with the attendant risk of a short circuit occurring.
    Remedy
    Recall vehicles and check the routing of the subject wiring harness taking corrective action as necessary.

  22. Rear seat belt buckle may not be secured

    Reported April 3, 2006Model years 2006NHTSA campaign 06V1010002,500 vehicles affected

    Threads may be missing from a nut securing a second row seat belt buckle, leaving it incompletely attached to the seat. In a crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained. Dealers will inspect and replace the seat if needed free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, A SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
    Remedy
    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.
    Notes
    MERCEDES-BENZ RECALL NO. 2006040003.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

  23. Starter wiring harness may chafe and short

    Reported April 3, 2006Model years 2006NHTSA campaign 06V0980007,000 vehicles affected

    Incorrect routing may cause the protective sleeve on the starter wiring harness to wear through, leading to an electrical short and loss of electrical system function. Dealers will correct the routing and replace the sleeve and, if needed, the harness.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
    Defect
    ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE STARTER WIRING HARNESS MAY BE ROUTED INCORRECTLY. THIS ROUTING COULD LEAD TO CHAFING OF THE PROTECTIVE SLEEVE COVERING THE STARTER WIRING HARNESS AT THE ENGINE MOUNT COVER.
    Consequence
    OVER TIME, SUCH CHAFING HAS THE POTENTIAL TO WEAR THROUGH THE PROTECTIVE SLEEVE AND MAY EXPOSE THE UNDERLYING STARTER WIRING HARNESS TO FURTHER CHAFING, WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ELECTRICAL SHORT, AND THE LOSS OF FUNCTION OF THE VEHICLE'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND WHERE NECESSARY, CORRECT, THE ROUTING OF THE WIRING HARNESS. IN THE CASE OF WEAR, THE PROTECTIVE SLEEVE, AND IF NECESSARY, THE STARTER WIRING HARNESS, WILL BE REPLACED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 12, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.
    Notes
    MERCEDES-BENZ RECALL NO. 2006040002.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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