Mercedes-benz Metris recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 27, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Vans USA, LLC recalls 2017 Mercedes-benz Metris

Recall number

16V935000

Brand / firm

Mercedes-benz

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 22 units

Why it was recalled

An improperly vented air bag may not protect the front passenger as expected, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain model year 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris Vans manufactured September 9, 2016, to September 28, 2016. The affected vehicles have a passenger air bag that may have been manufactured with an incorrect Tether Activation Unit (TAU). As a result, in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, the air bag may not vent properly.

What to do

DVUSA will notify owners, and authorized Mercedes-Benz Sprinter dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.