CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 G550 and G63 vehicles. The embossed lock symbol for the child safety lock on the rear doors may indicate the incorrect lock status of the child safety lock.
- Risk
- If an unrestrained child unexpectedly opens a door, they may fall from the vehicle increasing their risk of injury.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install a label on the rear doors with the correct operating direction, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020050034.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz G 550 and G63 vehicles have an embossed child safety lock symbol on the rear doors that may show the wrong lock status. A driver could think the child lock is engaged when it is not, or the reverse.
If a child is unrestrained and the rear door is not locked as expected, the child could unexpectedly open the door and fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Mercedes-Benz USA will notify owners, and authorized dealers will install a label on the rear doors showing the correct operating direction, free of charge. Owners can contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-877-496-3691 (recall number 2020050034) and should check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz G 550 | 20192020 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz G63 | 20192020 |