Recall 06V101000: 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class

Report received

Apr 3, 2006

Manufacturer

Mercedes-benz usa, llc.

Potentially affected

2,500vehicles

Model years

2006

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, during the production process, the threads in the nut used to secure the seat belt buckle in a limited number of second row seats may be missing. The absence of the screw threads results in an incomplete connection of the buckle to the seat.

Possible consequence

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

Remedy

Dealers will inspect to see if the nut is missing and replace the seat if necessary free of charge. The recall began on may 3, 2006. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Affected model years

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

• 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class2 complaints