Mercedes-benz Cars E-class: Laser Welding Between Backrest Rail And Backrest Metal Fitting Of Front Seats May Not Meet Specification
Recall Summary Mercedes-Benz is recalling 92 C-Class and E-Class vehicles with AMG performance seats because the laser welding that attaches the backrest metal fitting to the backrest rail may not be properly done and could fail under stress. If the fitting detaches during an accident, it could result in increased injury risk to occupants. Dealers will inspect the backrest and replace it if necessary.
- Recalling firm
- MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD
- Product
- Vehicles: MERCEDES-BENZ CARS E-CLASS, MERCEDES-BENZ CARS C-CLASS. Units affected: 92
- Reason
- It has been determined that on certain C-Class (205) and E-Class (213) Cars with AMG performance seats the laser welding between the backrest rail and the backrest metal fitting of the driver or passenger seat might not meet the specification. The laser welding between the backrest member and the backrest metal fitting may not withstand the required load values. As a result the fitting may detach from the backrest member. In the case of an accident this could result in a higher occupant load. Due to the delivery scenario the fault can only occur on one side of the seat. Remedy: As a...
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2018-08-14
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/e5cac8ba-5227-45e9-9fc7-d696d5e3e6db