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NHTSARecalled Aug 15, 2016 · #16V602000

Rear Head Restraints may Not Stay Locked in Place

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Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 GLE Coupe 450 AMG 4Matic vehicles manufactured July 11, 2015, to July 25, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with rear head restraints that may not stay locked in the upright position at very low temperatures. If the vehicle is involved in a crash in very low temperatures, the rear head restraints may not function as intended, increasing the risk of rearseat occupant injury.

Product details

Product
Rear Head Restraints may Not Stay Locked in Place
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Model numbers
2016 GLE
UPCs

What you should do

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear head restraints, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in October 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

View the official CPSC notice