Mercedes-benz Cars S-class: Front Seat Belt Tensioners May Not Function

Recall Summary Mercedes-Benz is recalling 1,184 vehicles from their S-Class, C-Class, GLC, and E-Class Coupe models because the front seat belt pre-tensioners may not work properly in a crash. This could increase the risk of injury to front seat occupants, though the seat belts will still lock normally. The remedy involves replacing the seat belts with properly functioning units.

Recalling firm
MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD
Product
Vehicles: MERCEDES-BENZ CARS S-CLASS, MERCEDES-BENZ CARS C-CLASS, MERCEDES-BENZ CARS GLC, MERCEDES-BENZ CARS E-CLASS COUPE. Units affected: 1,184
Reason
The front seatbelt pre-tensioner ignitors may not perform as expected. This could increase the risk of injury to the seat occupants. The lock function of the seatbelts is not impaired. Remedy: On affected vehicles replace seatbelts with quality assured units.
Classification
Class II
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2018-02-06
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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