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NHTSA Recall 16V670000: Seat belts: rear/other

Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 271 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Freightliner Sprinter 2500.

271
vehicles potentially affected
4
models affected
2016
owners notified (November 18)
NHTSA campaign16V670000
ComponentSEAT BELTS › REAR/OTHER
Report receivedSeptember 15, 2016
Owner notificationNovember 18, 2016
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles manufactured March 1, 2016, to May 31, 2016. The bolts connecting the lower seat belt connection to the rear bench seat may not have been properly tightened.

Safety risk

If the bolts were not properly tightened, the seat belt may fail to secure the seat occupant in the event of a crash.

Remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and Sprinter dealers will inspect the connecting bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2016. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

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 16V670000

Make and modelModel years
Freightliner Sprinter 25002016
Freightliner Sprinter 35002016
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 25002016
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 35002016

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.