Mercedes Benz CLA recall: Rear seat backrest may collapse in a collision
- What's wrong
- It has been identified on the CLA Shooting Brake models with load compartment package the rear seat back-rest retaining bracket threaded connection may not have been manufactured to the correct specification. If the vehicle is involved in a frontal collision and the rear seat back-rest…
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes Benz dealer to book the free repair. Recall the affected vehicle and replace the rear seat back-rest retaining bracket mounting bolts.
What’s wrong
It has been identified on the CLA Shooting Brake models with load compartment package the rear seat back-rest retaining bracket threaded connection may not have been manufactured to the correct specification. If the vehicle is involved in a frontal collision and the rear seat back-rest is subjected to heavy loadings from heavy items moving in the truck then the retaining bracket can work loose and allow the rear seat back-rest to collapse and possible cause an injury to any occupants.
The fix
Recall the affected vehicle and replace the rear seat back-rest retaining bracket mounting bolts.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLA | – | – | 1 |
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 14 December 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.