Mercedes Benz B Class recall: Rear bench seat may lift up from the rear in a collision & attached seat belts may not be anchored correctly
- What's wrong
- On 'B' Class models fitted with 'Easy Vario' rear seat option a bolt securing the seat bench to the body may have been omitted during production. This may allow the seat bench to lift during a frontal collision. Seat belt effectiveness may also be compromised.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes Benz dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles check for presence and tightness of retaining screws. Fit new screws where necessary and tighten all screws to specification.
What’s wrong
On 'B' Class models fitted with 'Easy Vario' rear seat option a bolt securing the seat bench to the body may have been omitted during production. This may allow the seat bench to lift during a frontal collision. Seat belt effectiveness may also be compromised.
The fix
On affected vehicles check for presence and tightness of retaining screws. Fit new screws where necessary and tighten all screws to specification.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| B Class | 1 Dec 2012 | 1 Mar 2016 | 146 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 9 May 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.