Mercedes-Benz R-Class suffers two recalls

Consumer Affairs just posted two recalls issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The first involves a nut on a seat belt buckle for the SUV’s second row seating. The nut is missing some threads which could result in a weakened seat belt connection. 2,500 units are affected.

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Consumer Affairs just posted two recalls issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA). The first involves a nut on a seat belt buckle for the SUV’s second row seating. The nut is missing some
threads which could result in a weakened seat belt connection. 2,500 units are affected.

The second recall
involves the starter wiring harness. The crossover’s electrical system could fail due to the problem. 7,500 R-Class
owners can expect a notice in the mail.

Mercedes-Benz will inspect any vehicle and make any necessary
corrections. Other recalls reported at the post include the Buick Lucerne and the Mazda MX-5.

[Source: NHTSA
via Consumer Affairs]