NHTSA Recall 12V380000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V380000; Date: Aug. 6, 2012
In the event of the passenger airbag deployment, if the molding strip comes loose, there is an increased risk of personal injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2002 Mercedes Benz G55; 2011 Mercedes Benz G550
Component: Structure
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc.
Affected Units:: 189
Recall Summary:
Mercedes-benz is recalling certain model year 2011 g550 and g55 (amg) vehicles manufactured from September 20, 2010, through April 27, 2011. During the front passenger air bag deployment, parts of the molding strip could potentially become loose and become a projectile in the passenger compartment.
How to Fix:
Mercedes-benz will notify owners, and dealers will reinforce the connection between the molding strip and air bag cover flap, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 26, 2012. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Recall Notes:
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 26, 2012
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