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Mercedes-Benz - Right side of front seat backrests may not lock into place
Official notice
30 Jul 2018
Last checked
30 Jul 2018
An official DVSA notice concerns Mercedes-Benz - Right side of front seat backrests may not lock into place. Right side of front seat backrests may not lock into place Published 2018-07-30.
What to do now
As a precautionary measure the lock of the seat backrest on affected vehicles will be check for operation. Where necessary the backrest will be replaced.
Units affected
21,366
Recall number
R-2018-146
Official notice
2018-07-30
The hazard
The hazard
Right side of front seat backrests may not lock into place
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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