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NHTSARecalled Oct 2, 2020 · #20V608000

Center Console May Open in Rear Crash/FMVSS 201

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 C300 vehicles. The center console lock-system might not lock properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 201, "Occupant Protection In Interior Impact." In the event of a rear-end crash, the center console lid may open, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.

Product details

Product
Center Console May Open in Rear Crash/FMVSS 201
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the center console storage compartment, and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020100006.

View the official CPSC notice