NHTSA Recall 06V101000: Buckle assembly (seat belts)
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,500 vehicles. It affects 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V101000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2006040003 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › REAR/OTHER › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | April 3, 2006 |
| Owner notification | May 3, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, during the production process, the threads in the nut used to secure the seat belt buckle in a limited number of second row seats may be missing. The absence of the screw threads results in an incomplete connection of the buckle to the seat.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, a seat occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect to see if the nut is missing and replace the seat if necessary free of charge. The recall began on may 3, 2006. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes
Mercedes-benz recall no. 2006040003.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V101000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz R-Class | 2006 |
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.