Latches/locks/linkagesRecall 20V-608 · 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recall 20V-608 covers 7 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300 for a latches/locks/linkages problem, reported to NHTSA on October 2, 2020. The manufacturer's latest report (2022 Q3) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 20V608000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 C300 vehicles. The center console lock-system might not lock properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 201, "Occupant Protection In Interior Impact."
The risk
In the event of a rear-end crash, the center console lid may open, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the center console storage compartment, and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020100006.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.