NHTSA recall 21V-106 (21V106000)
seats recall reported February 23, 2021 - about 4 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V106000
- Also written as
- 21V-106
- Manufacturer number
- VS2SITZNAT
- Reported
- February 23, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~4
- Component
- seats
What is being recalled
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles equipped with an adjustable front passenger seat. The front passenger seat frame base may not have been welded properly.
Why it is dangerous
An improperly welded seat frame base may have reduced stability, which can increase the risk of injury to the occupant in a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat frame base, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on May 6, 2021. The recall began May 13, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2SITZNAT.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-106 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.