NHTSA Recall 00V203000: Warning light/devices (seat belts)
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,354 vehicles. It affects 2000 Mercedes-Benz M Class.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V203000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES |
| Report received | July 26, 2000 |
| Owner notification | November 17, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of FMVSS no. 208, "occupant crash protection." an audible seat belt buzzer warning sounds for approximately two seconds when the vehicle ignition is turned to the on or start position and the driver seat belt is fastened. This buzzer activation exceeds the limitations set forth in the standard.
Safety risk
Drivers may become confused regarding the purpose of the chime.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the seat belt warning chime system.
Notes
Owner notification began november 17, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V203000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz M Class | 2000 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.