Mercedes Benz E-class recall: Rear seat belt pre-tensioners may fail to restrain occupants as intended
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The rear seatbelt pre-tensioner ignitors may not perform as expected. This could increase the risk of injury to the seat occupants. The lock functions of the rear seatbelts are not impaired.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes Benz dealer to book the free repair. Recall the 3400 vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace any potentially affected seatbelts with quality assured units.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The rear seatbelt pre-tensioner ignitors may not perform as expected. This could increase the risk of injury to the seat occupants. The lock functions of the rear seatbelts are not impaired.
The fix
Recall the 3400 vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace any potentially affected seatbelts with quality assured units.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| E-class | 1 Aug 2016 | 30 Apr 2017 | 3,400 |
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 24 October 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.