Mercedes Benz Citan recall: Seat belt may fail
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The mounting screws of the belt guide brackets at both the left hand and right hand C-Pillars may not have been tightened correctly. Therefore the seat belt/s may not perform as intended increasing the risk of injury during a collision.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes Benz dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and correct the fixing for the mounting screw of the belt guide brackets.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The mounting screws of the belt guide brackets at both the left hand and right hand C-Pillars may not have been tightened correctly. Therefore the seat belt/s may not perform as intended increasing the risk of injury during a collision.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and correct the fixing for the mounting screw of the belt guide brackets.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citan | 23 Nov 2015 | 2 Dec 2015 | 8 |
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.