NHTSA recall 17V-077 (17V077000)

latches, locks and linkages recall reported February 8, 2017 - about 5,882 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 17V077000
Also written as: 17V-077
Reported: February 8, 2017
Vehicles affected: ~5,882
Component: latches, locks and linkages

What is being recalled

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 GLE 400 4Matic, GLE 350 4Matic, GLE 350, GLE 550E 4Matic, GLE 63 AMG, GLE 63S AMG, GLE 43 AMG 4Matic Coupe, GLE 63S AMG 4Matic Coupe, GLS 450 4Matic, GLS 550 4Matic, and GLS 63 AMG 4Matic vehicles. In certain types of crash events, the center console may unlatch, allowing the objects within to fly around the cabin. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."

Why it is dangerous

In the event of a crash, if objects are not secured within the center console, they may strike the vehicle occupants, increasing their risk of injury.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will modify the center console so that it remains latched in a crash, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in early March 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-077 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63 - 2017

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