Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2016
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 23 safety recalls made by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in 2016. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 15, 2016
(Campaign #: 2016120004)
Classification System may Deactivate Air Bag
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 GL350 4Matic Bluetec, GL550 4Matic, GLE350 4Matic, GLE43 AMG Coupe, GLE450 4Matic, 2016 GLE300d 4Matic, GLE350, GLE350d 4Matic, GLE400 4Matic, GLE550e 4Matic, GLE63 AMG, GLE63 AMG 4Matic, GLE63S AMG 4Matic Coupe, and 2017 GLS63 AMG vehicles manufactured April 23, 2014, to May 10, 2016. The front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) calibration may be incorrect, and as a result, the system can incorrectly classify the occupant as a child seat, deactivating the front passenger air bag.
NHTSA ID: 16V903000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 47,799
Consequence Summary:
If the front passenger air bag does not deploy as necessary in the event of a crash, the front passenger has an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, free of charge. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 88.83
December 14, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 SL550, 2013-2014 SL63 AMG, 2014-2016 E350, 2014 E350 Cabriolet, E350 Coupe, 2014-2015 S550, 2015 E350 Bluetec, 2015-2016 E400, 2016 E550 Coupe, and Maybach S600 vehicles manufactured August 23, 2012, to August 14, 2015. The affected vehicles use an electric power steering system that may have improperly soldered contacts inside the control unit, potentially resulting in the power steering system deactivating while driving.
NHTSA ID: 16V899000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 70
Consequence Summary:
If the control unit pins lose connection, there would be a loss of electric power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash. The increase in pin contact resistance can also increase the risk of a fire, even while the vehicle is parked and ignition is off.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric power steering control unit, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 82.86
December 14, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Brake Booster Vacuum Line Connector May Break
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2014 CLA250 vehicles manufactured December 14, 2012, to April 24, 2013 equipped with gasoline engines. The affected vehicles have a fitting that connects the vacuum line to the brake booster which may break causing increased forced to be needed to apply the brakes.
NHTSA ID: 16V901000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 10
Consequence Summary:
If the vehicles unexpectedly need increased pressure on the brake pedal to apply the brakes, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector end fitting at the brake booster, free of charge. The recall began July 21, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
December 14, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Improperly Assembled Axle Carrier Bolts
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015 GL350 4Matic Blutec, GL450 4Matic, GL550 4Matic, ML250 Blutec, ML350, ML350 4Matic, ML400 4Matic and 2015-2016 GL63 AMG 4Matic vehicles manufactured September 29, 2014 through March 27, 2015. The affected vehicles have axle bolts on the front and/or rear drive axle carriers that may not have been assembled correctly. As a result, the remaining bolts may fracture.
NHTSA ID: 16V900000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 48
Consequence Summary:
If any of the remaining front or rear axle bolts fracture, the vehicle may be unstable, reducing the handling capability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the axle carrier bolts, free of charge. The recall is began February 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 72.92
November 17, 2016
(Campaign #: 2016110008)
Underbody Panel may Melt from Catalyst Heat
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2017 E400 4Matic Coupe, E400 Convertible, E550 Coupe and E550 Convertible vehicles manufactured June 7, 2016, to September 8, 2016. On the affected vehicles, there may be insufficient clearance between the left catalytic converter and the composite underbody panel.
NHTSA ID: 16V831000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 799
Consequence Summary:
The insufficient clearance may cause the panel to melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the underbody panel, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Mercedes customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 93.99
November 16, 2016
(Campaign #: 2016110006)
Seat Belt Extender may not Retract as Intended
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 S63 AMG Coupe, S65 AMG Coupe, S550 Coupe 4Matic, S63 AMG 4Matic Convertible, and S550 Convertible vehicles manufactured June 29, 2015, to March 15, 2016. The seat belt extenders on the affected vehicles may not retract as intended and may potentially break the event of a crash.
NHTSA ID: 16V829000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 672
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash, if the seat belt extender does not retract and/or the extender breaks, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the control unit software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in mid-December 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 91.96
October 20, 2016
(Campaign #: 2016100003)
Low-Beam Headlights out of Adjustment/FMVSS 108
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 GLE 300d 4MATIC, GLE 350, GLE 350 4MATIC, and GLE 400 4MATIC vehicles manufactured October 14, 2015, to November 23, 2015. The low beam headlights on the affected vehicles may not be properly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 16V759000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 2,215
Consequence Summary:
If the low-beam headlights are out of adjustment, the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the headlight adjustment, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in November 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 93.45
October 20, 2016
(Campaign #: 2016100004)
Low-Beam Headlights out of Adjustment/FMVSS 108
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 S550 Coupe 4MATIC, S63 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, S65 AMG Coupe and S63 AMG Convertible 4Matic vehicles manufactured September 3, 2015, to February 4, 2016. The low beam headlights on the affected vehicles may not be properly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 16V760000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 996
Consequence Summary:
If the low-beam headlights are out of adjustment, the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the headlight adjustment, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in November 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 92.57
October 19, 2016
(Campaign #: 2016100001)
Fuel System Failure due to Wiring Harness Damage
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2017 E300 Sedan and E300 Sedan 4Matic vehicles manufactured December 10, 2015, to June 30, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the rear bench seat frame may contact and damage the wiring harness for the fuel pump, fuel tank pressure sensor or fuel level gauge.
NHTSA ID: 16V758000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 6,858
Consequence Summary:
Damage to the fuel pump wiring may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA has notified owners, and dealers will modify the routing of the affected wiring harness, repairing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 28, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 97.16
August 16, 2016
(Campaign #: 2016090002)
Damaged Electronic Stability Control Unit
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 GLC 300 SUV, GLC 300 4Matic SUV, C300 Sedan and C300 4Matic vehicles manufactured February 8, 2016, to May 18, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with an Electronic Stability Program (ESP) control unit that may have been damaged before being installed.
NHTSA ID: 16V603000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 62
Consequence Summary:
A damaged ESP control unit may inadvertently activate the stability control altering the vehicle's path. Additionally, the electronic parking brake may not function. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ESP Hydraulic control units, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in October 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 93.55
August 15, 2016
(Campaign #: 2016090003)
Rear Head Restraints may Not Stay Locked in Place
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 GLE Coupe 450 AMG 4Matic vehicles manufactured July 11, 2015, to July 25, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with rear head restraints that may not stay locked in the upright position at very low temperatures.
NHTSA ID: 16V602000
Component: SEATS
# of Units Affected: 2
Consequence Summary:
If the vehicle is involved in a crash in very low temperatures, the rear head restraints may not function as intended, increasing the risk of rearseat occupant injury.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear head restraints, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in October 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
June 16, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Right Rear Seat Belt Anchorage Bolt Misinstalled
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015 ML250, ML350, ML350 4Matic, ML400 4Matic, ML63 AMG, and 2016 GLE450 AMG 4Matic vehicles manufactured from April 27, 2015, through May 19, 2015. The affected vehicles may have had the right rear seatbelt anchor bolt incorrectly installed.
NHTSA ID: 16V442000
Component: SEAT BELTS
# of Units Affected: 423
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a vehicle crash, the right rear seatbelt anchor bolt could fail to secure the passenger, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, correct the installation of the right rear seat belt anchor bolt, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 87.47
June 15, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Software Error May Disable Power Steering Assist
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 C300 4Matic vehicles manufactured November 4, 2015, to March 1, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the electric power steering assist system may shutdown due to a software error.
NHTSA ID: 16V438000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 17
Consequence Summary:
If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the electric power steering control unit, free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
June 15, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Low-Beam Headlights Adjusted Incorrectly/FMVSS 108
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 SLK300, SLK350, SL400, SL550, and SL63 AMG vehicles manufactured from June 29, 2015, through July 13, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with low-beam headlights that may have been aimed incorrectly during vehicle production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 16V439000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 100
Consequence Summary:
Improperly adjusted low-beam headlights may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary adjust the headlamps, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 91
June 15, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Engine may Shut Down due to ECU Software
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 GLE450 AMG 4Matic Coupe vehicles manufactured December 10, 2014, to June 6, 2016. An error within the engine control unit (ECU) software may allow the engine to shut-down while the vehicle is braking, possibly confusing the driver into thinking the shut-down was planned due to the ECO start/stop function.
NHTSA ID: 16V440000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 5,826
Consequence Summary:
If the engine shuts down unintentionally, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. The recall began August 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 91.06
May 26, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 C300 Sedan, C300 4matic Sedan, C350 Sedan, C63 AMG Sedan vehicles, 2010-2011 GLK350, GLK350 4-Matic and E350 Coupe vehicles, 2011 SLS AMG, E350 Convertible, E550 Coupe and E550 Convertible vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, MBUSA is recalling certain model year 2008 C300 Sedan, C350 Sedan, C63 AMG Sedan and C300 4-Matic Sedan vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Vehicles not originally sold or ever registered in either Zones A or B are not subject to this safety recall. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
NHTSA ID: 16V363000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 258,163
Consequence Summary:
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag modules, free of charge. Owners were sent an interim notification October 2016. A second notice will be mailed when remedy parts are available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 92.68
May 23, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Clutch Disk Weld May Crack
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling one 2016 CLA45 AMG vehicle manufactured November 10, 2015. This vehicle is equipped with a dual clutch transmission that may have a defective weld between the dual clutch disk and hub. This weld may crack and result in a loss of power to the wheels, causing the vehicle to stop.
NHTSA ID: 16V335000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 1
Consequence Summary:
A sudden loss of power can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify the owner, and a dealers will replace the dual clutch, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
May 17, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Loss of Torque due to Driveshaft Bond Failure
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 AMG GT S vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015 to July 24, 2015. In affected vehicles, the adhesive bond between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the rear flange may fail, and as a result, there may be a loss of torque to the rear wheels.
NHTSA ID: 16V308000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 136
Consequence Summary:
If the adhesive bond fails and results in a loss of torque to the rear wheels, the vehicle operator may be unable to move the vehicle, or may experience deceleration if the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the carbon-fiber driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 29, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2016050008.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 89.71
May 16, 2016
(Campaign #: 2016050008)
Rear Tie Rod Lock Nuts may Loosen
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 SLK300 vehicles manufactured January 19, 2016 to April 19, 2016. In the affected vehicles, improperly manufactured lock nuts may have been used on the rear wheel tie rod connection, and as a result, the rear wheel alignment may change and the rear axle may steer independently.
NHTSA ID: 16V306000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 327
Consequence Summary:
A change of the rear wheel alignment and independent steering of the rear axle may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock nuts on the rear tie rods, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2016050008.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 96.02
April 13, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Loss of Vehicle Battery may Result in Rollaway
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 SLK300 vehicles manufactured June 2, 2015 to July 14, 2015 and equipped with a nine-speed automatic transmission. The backup power supply for the ignition switch in the affected vehicles may not have been properly connected. As a result, if the vehicle is being driven and there is a loss of power from the main vehicle battery, the transmission cannot be shifted to "Park" nor can the electric parking brake be applied.
NHTSA ID: 16V211000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 223
Consequence Summary:
In this situation, without the backup power supply, the only way to keep the vehicle from moving is to press the brake pedal. As soon as the driver attempts to exit the vehicle, the vehicle may roll, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the ignition switch wiring and perform a software update, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 92.38
March 10, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Steering Column Wiring Harness Incorrectly Routed
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 GLC 300 vehicles manufactured June 16, 2015, to November 3, 2015, and 2016 GLC 300 4Matic vehicles manufactured July 16, 2015, to November 3, 2015. The steering columns in the affected vehicles may have the wiring harness for the switch module incorrectly routed. As a result, the harness may chafe and the air bag may unexpectedly deploy or the engine may stall.
NHTSA ID: 16V146000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 888
Consequence Summary:
An unexpected air bag deployment or engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harnesses, properly rerouting them as necessary. Any damaged harnesses will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 94.93
February 16, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Sunroof Glass may not be Properly Bonded
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 C300 vehicles manufactured December 11, 2015, to December 23, 2015, C300 4Matic vehicles manufactured December 12, 2015, to December 29, 2015, and C450 AMG 4Matic vehicles manufactured December 12, 2015, to December 22, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with a panoramic sunroof that may not be properly bonded, allowing the glass to detach and fall from the vehicle during operation.
NHTSA ID: 16V087000
Component: VISIBILITY
# of Units Affected: 53
Consequence Summary:
If the panoramic glass detaches during vehicle operation, it can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bonding of the rear sunroof glass panel, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 88.68
February 11, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Driver's Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 ML320 BlueTec 4Matic, GL320 BlueTec 4Matic and R320 CDI 4Matic, 2011 E350 Cabriolet and E550 Cabriolet, 2009-2011 ML350, ML350 4Matic, ML550 4Matic, ML63 AMG, and C63 AMG, 2010-2011 ML450 4Matic Hybrid, E350 Coupe, E350 4Matic, E550 Coupe, E550 4Matic, and E63 AMG, 2011-2012 GL350 BlueTec 4Matic and R350 BlueTec 4Matic, 2009-2012 GL450 4Matic, GL550 4Matic and R350 4Matic, 2007-2008 SLK280, SLK350, and SLK55 AMG, 2011-2014 SLS AMG Coupe, 2012 SLS AMG Cabriolet, 2013-2014 SLS AMG GT and SLS AMG GT Cabriolet, 2005 C230 Kompressor and C320, 2006-2007 C230, 2006-2011 C350, 2008-2011 C300 and C300 4Matic, 2010-2012 GLK350 and GLK350 4Matic and 2007-2008 Chrysler Crossfire vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
NHTSA ID: 16V081000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 711,159
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will their notify owners, and Fiat Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler owners. Dealers for the respective brands will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. This recall began November 2016. Mercedes-Benz owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 and Chrysler owners may contact Fiat Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 92.17
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