Defect Description For Recall
Certain Sicartex Kiddy Top Safe Child Seats Manufactured Between March 1 And October 31, 2003, And Distributed Through Mercedes-Benz Dealerships. The Lower Latching Arm On The Latch Anchorage May Not Meet The Required Material Strength.
Make Of Vehicle
SICARTEX
Model Of Vehicle
TOP SAFE
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
04C005000
Component Description
Child Seat:Latch Connector/Clip
Effect Of Defect
If The Child Seat Is Connected To The Vehicle Using The Latch Anchorage, In The Event Of A Vehicle Crash, The Child Seat May Detach From Its Lower Anchorage, Possibly Resulting In Serious Injury To The Child Occupant.
Fix Defect
Mercedes-Benz Will Offer A Full Refund. Please Mention The Recall Campaign #2004 120005. The Recall Is Expected To Begin During December/January 2004/2005. Owners Who Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Mercedes-Benz At 1-800-367-6372.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Sicartex Autozubehor Curt WursTL Gmbh
Start Of Manufacture
20030301
End Of Manufacture
20031031
Type Of Vehicle Recall
C
Number Affected
333
Date Owners Notified
20050131
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Sicartex Autozubehor Curt WursTL Gmbh
Date Report Received
20041215
Make Campaign Number
2005 120005