Mercedes-benz/anchorage latch arm failure
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 04C005000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04C005000?
NHTSA recall 04C005000 was issued by Sicartex Autozubehor Curt Wurstl Gmbh on December 15, 2004. It addresses: Mercedes-benz/anchorage latch arm failure. The recall affects approximately 333 vehicles, with the defect involving the Child Seat component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Sicartex Autozubehor Curt Wurstl Gmbh dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04C005000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2005 120005. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.