2016 Mercedes-Benz G550 | 2016 Mercedes-Benz G63 — Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch
Published March 17, 2017 · Recall initiated: March 14, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V178000, published March 17, 2017 and initiated March 14, 2017. Recalling firm: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC; 2016 Mercedes-Benz G550 | 2016 Mercedes-Benz G63 — Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch.
What's the hazard
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 G550 4MATIC and G63 AMG vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the cable that unlatches the door when the inner door handle is pulled may break if the door is difficult to release, such as could occur after a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
What to do
MBUSA will notify owners and dealers will replace the cable that connects the inner door handle and the door lock on all four doors, free of charge. The recall began on April 28, 2017. Owners can contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Model
- G550
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Lot
- 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ G550 | 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ G63
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Mercedes-Benz G550 | 2016 Mercedes-Benz G63 — Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V178000 on March 17, 2017. Reported hazard: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 G550 4MATIC and G63 AMG vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the cable that unlatches the door when the inner door handle is pulled may break if the door is difficult to release, such as could occur after a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
What should I do if I have this product?
MBUSA will notify owners and dealers will replace the cable that connects the inner door handle and the door lock on all four doors, free of charge. The recall began on April 28, 2017. Owners can contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MERCEDES-BENZ. Model: G550.