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Recall 11V-210

MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC - DBA SPRINTER recalled the 2008 to 2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 3 other models: Seat belts.

At a glance

Campaign number
11V-210
Reported
March 30, 2011
Vehicles affected
3,437 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Mercedes-benz is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 2500 and 3500 sprinter vehicles equipped with an optional three-seat bench in the passenger compartment. The seat benches in the second seating row may have been equipped with safety belts that do not meet the minimum requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 208, "occupant protection in interior impact," and motor vehicle safety standard 209, "seat belt assemblies." first, those safety belts may not lock as required. Second, the assembly loop may not perform to minimum force requirements.

The risk

In the event of a crash, the safety belts in these vehicles may not perform as required such that a seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of injury or death in the event of a crash.

The fix

Mercedes-benz will inspect and replace any seat belt assemblies that do not meet the requirements free of charge. The safety recall began on july 15, 2011. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at [removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Mercedes-benz recall campaign number is l17.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .

Affected vehicles