NHTSA Recall 18V515000
NHTSA Campaign Id 18V515000; Date: Aug. 3, 2018
if a child seat is in the front seat and the passenger air bag is not deactivated, in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2019 Mercedes Benz CLS450; 2018 Mercedes Benz E300; 2018 Mercedes Benz E400; 2018 Mercedes Benz E43 Amg; 2018 Mercedes Benz E63s Amg
Component: Air Bags: Occupant Classification System - Ocs (front Passenger)
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc.
Affected Units:: 345
Recall Summary:
mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2018 mercedes-benz e300, e300 4matic, e43 amg 4matic, e400 4matic, e63s amg 4matic+, and 2019 cls450 4matic vehicles. the occupant classification system (ocs) may not be properly calibrated, resulting in the front passenger air bag not being deactivated if a child seat is in the front seat.
How to Fix:
mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin october 3, 2018. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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