Mercedes-Benz GLS Recall R/2022/309: The Springs In The Locking Mechanism Of The Seat Backrest Of The Third Seat Row May Not…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 11 Nov 2022
- Launched
- 1,088
- vehicles in the UK
- SRPC2246 / 9391001
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mercedes-Benz recalled GLS vehicles built between 20 June 2019 and 10 June 2022. The springs in the locking mechanism of the seat backrest of the third seat row may not have been installed in accordance with the specifications. The dealer will check the springs in the seat backrest of the 3rd seat row on the affected vehicles and replace the seat backrest if necessary. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The springs in the locking mechanism of the seat backrest of the third seat row may not have been installed in accordance with the specifications.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE SPRINGS IN THE LOCKING MECHANISM OF THE SEAT BACKREST OF THE THIRD SEAT ROW MAY NOT HAVE BEEN INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SPECIFICATIONS Defect: The springs in the locking mechanism of the seat backrest of the third seat row may not have been installed in accordance with the specifications. Remedy: Check the springs in the seat backrest of the 3rd seat row on the affected vehicles and replace the seat backrest if necessary.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: the springs in the locking mechanism of the seat backrest of the third seat row may not have been installed in accordance with the specifications.
The Fix
The dealer will check the springs in the seat backrest of the 3rd seat row on the affected vehicles and replace the seat backrest if necessary.
Are You Affected?
GLS built between 20 June 2019 and 10 June 2022 may be included. Mercedes-Benz estimates 1,088 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Mercedes-Benz, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mercedes-Benz.
- Book with any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer, quoting the campaign code SRPC2246 / 9391001 or the DVSA reference R/2022/309. See how to get a Mercedes-Benz recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
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Source: DVSA recall R/2022/309, launched 11 November 2022. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.