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Mercedes-Benz - Laser welding between backrest rail and backrest metal fitting of front seats may not meet specification
Official notice
14 Aug 2018
Last checked
14 Aug 2018
An official DVSA notice concerns Mercedes-Benz - Laser welding between backrest rail and backrest metal fitting of front seats may not meet specification. Laser welding between backrest rail and backrest metal fitting of front seats may not meet specification Published 2018-08-14.
What to do now
As a precautionary measure recall the affected vehicles and check the backrest member and replace if necessary
Units affected
46
Recall number
R-2018-158
Official notice
2018-08-14
The hazard
The hazard
Laser welding between backrest rail and backrest metal fitting of front seats may not meet specification
How to check if you're affected
How to check if you're affected
Compare the VIN on your vehicle against the official list. If your VIN is listed, follow the official notice.
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Brand: Mercedes-Benz. Contact: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).
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Documents, notices & source
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