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Mercedes-Benz - Missing welding points at both front side members
Official notice
29 Jun 2018
Last checked
29 Jun 2018
An official DVSA notice concerns Mercedes-Benz - Missing welding points at both front side members. Missing welding points at both front side members Published 2018-06-29.
What to do now
If these welding points are not present the structural behaviour would be impaired in the event of a crash. In this case an increased risk of injury for the passengers cannot be excluded. As a precautionary measure recall the affected vehicles and check the welding points and rework if necessary.
Units affected
2
Recall number
R-2018-167
Official notice
2018-06-29
The hazard
The hazard
Missing welding points at both front side members
How to check if you're affected
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Compare the VIN on your vehicle against the official list. If your VIN is listed, follow the official notice.
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Company & contacts
Company & contacts
Brand: Mercedes-Benz. Contact: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).
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