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VehicleOct 8, 201915,160 affected

Mercedes-Benz recall: Electrical system

What is wrong

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The integrated backup battery compartment located underneath the front passenger's seat may not have its own cover, potentially exposing the battery when the seat is moved forward.

What could happen

If conductive material, such as metal, unintentionally drops into the opening and contacts the terminals on the battery, an electrical short can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz dealers will install covers over the battery compartment area, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on December 2, 2019. The recall began March 9, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2SITZAB.

Vehicles covered

Facts

NHTSA recall number
19V715000
Type
Vehicle
Filed by
Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Reported to NHTSA
Oct 8, 2019
Owners notified
Mar 9, 2020
Vehicles or items affected
15,160
Started by
The manufacturer
Built
Feb 5, 2015 to Sep 11, 2019
Part
Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery
Maker's own recall number
VS2SITZAB

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.

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