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HighNHTSA·20V608000·Announced 2020-10-02

Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2019 C 300 for Center Console Lock Defect

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2019 C 300 vehicles because the center console lock may not function properly, increasing injury risk in rear-end crashes.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (center console lock) that increases the risk of injury to occupants in a crash, but the source text does not report any actual injuries or fatalities.

Plain-English summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. is recalling certain 2019 C 300 vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the center console lock-system might not lock properly. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 201, "Occupant Protection In Interior Impact."

In the event of a rear-end crash, the center console lid may open, which increases the risk of injury to occupants. The recall began on October 30, 2020.

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will check the center console storage compartment and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020100006. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
MERCEDES-BENZ C 300
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Category
Vehicle — Passenger Car
Hazard
Affected units
7

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • C 300

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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