Mercedes-Benz Metris: Seat belts — pretensioner

Affects Mercedes-Benz Metris · 2016 — about 305 vehicles.

The hazard

If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belts, free of charge. An interim notification was mailed to owners on June 9, 2017. A second notice was mailed on July 7, 2017, to tell owners that the remedy is now available. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational