Recall 03V534000: 2004 Mercedes-Benz E Class and 2 other models

Report received

Dec 19, 2003

Manufacturer

Mercedes-benz usa, llc.

Potentially affected

4,348vehicles

Model years

2004

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain passenger vehicles, some seat belt buckles may have a burr on a metal component of the locking mechanism. The presence of the burr could prevent the seat belt from locking under certain circumstances.

Possible consequence

In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the seat belts. Owner notification began on december 22, 2003. Owners should contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2004 Mercedes-Benz C Class15 complaints
• 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK Class7 complaints
• 2004 Mercedes-Benz E Class15 complaints