NHTSA Recall 17V244000: Pretensioner (seat belts)
Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 305 vehicles. It affects 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V244000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › PRETENSIONER |
| Report received | April 10, 2017 |
| Owner notification | July 7, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat seatbelt pretensioners that may not function properly in the event of a crash.
Safety risk
If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belts, free of charge. An interim notification was mailed to owners on June 9, 2017. A second notice was mailed on July 7, 2017, to tell owners that the remedy is now available. 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 17V244000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz Metris | 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.