NHTSA Recall 16V442000: Seat belts: rear/other
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 423 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V442000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › REAR/OTHER |
| Report received | June 16, 2016 |
| Owner notification | July 22, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015 ML250, ML350, ML350 4Matic, ML400 4Matic, ML63 AMG, and 2016 GLE450 AMG 4Matic vehicles manufactured from April 27, 2015, through May 19, 2015. The affected vehicles may have had the right rear seatbelt anchor bolt incorrectly installed.
Safety risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the right rear seatbelt anchor bolt could fail to secure the passenger, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, correct the installation of the right rear seat belt anchor bolt, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V442000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63 | 2015 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE450 | 2016 |
| Mercedes-Benz ML250 | 2015 |
| Mercedes-Benz ML350 | 2015 |
| Mercedes-Benz ML400 | 2015 |
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.