NHTSA Recall 21V106000
Filed by Daimler Vans USA, LLC. Component: Seats. Reported 2021-02-23. An estimated 4 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles equipped with an adjustable front passenger seat. The front passenger seat frame base may not have been welded properly.
Risk
An improperly welded seat frame base may have reduced stability, which can increase the risk of injury to the occupant in a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat frame base, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on May 6, 2021. The recall began May 13, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2SITZNAT.
Manufacturer campaign number: VS2SITZNAT
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.