NHTSA Recall 16V602000: Mid/rear assembly (seats)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2 vehicles. It affects 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE450.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V602000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2016090003 |
| Component | SEATS › MID/REAR ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | August 15, 2016 |
| Owner notification | October 11, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 GLE Coupe 450 AMG 4Matic vehicles manufactured July 11, 2015, to July 25, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with rear head restraints that may not stay locked in the upright position at very low temperatures.
Safety risk
If the vehicle is involved in a crash in very low temperatures, the rear head restraints may not function as intended, increasing the risk of rearseat occupant injury.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear head restraints, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in October 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 16V602000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz GLE450 | 2016 |
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.