Air Bag Not Deploy Problems of Mercedes Benz C300 - part 1

2014 Mercedes Benz C300. Consumer writes in regards to concerns with the passenger side airbag. The consumer stated numerous calls and attempts were made to have the recall repair completed to no avail. The vehicle was involved in an accident on the driver's side; the airbags did not deploy. The vehicle was totaled.

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Tl the contact owns a 2011 mercedes-benz C300. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator remained illuminated while driving. The contact was concerned that the air bag might not deploy in the event of a crash. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 16v081000 and 16v363000 (air bags). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 173,000.

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Airbags did not deploy. While driving on the highway, a deer ran across the opposite side lane of traffic and collided with the drivers side and windshield. The entire deer landed in drivers lap and passengers side seats. No airbags deployed. Statefarm and state trooper reports with photos taken. Both occupants were taken to er by ambulance and treated.

Tl the contact owns a 2014 mercedes-benz C300. While the contact's son was driving 40 mph, another vehicle crashed into the front end of the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. There were no injuries sustained. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. The contact called an unknown dealer to notify them about the air bag failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v010000 (air bags), but the part was not available for the repair. The failure mileage was not provided. Parts distribution disconnect.

Tl the contact owns a 2008 mercedes-benz C300. While driving approximately 35 mph, the contact's vehicle crashed into a second vehicle. The front end of the contact's vehicle was severely damaged; however, the air bags did not deploy. The driver sustained an injured back that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,000.

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Takata recall I was hit in a head-on collision wreck in October 2018 my airbags did not deploy and I've been undergoing excruciating pain physical therapy pain management and will have surgery on my spine soon.

Tl- the contact owns a 2010 Mercedes Benz C300. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph the vehicle crashed into a second vehicle causing severe damage to the front end. During the crash the air bags did not deploy. The driver sustained head, neck and back injuries. A police report was taken at the scene and the vehicle was towed away. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer was not notified. The VIN was not available the failure mileage was 50,000. Jft.

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I was traveling down roswell road and a 2009 chevy suburban hit the right side of my vehicle. My car was in motion on a city street going straight. The suburban was making a left out of a complex and did not see my car in front of him and hit my passenger side of the car. I have attached photos. Wondering why my airbags did not deploy based on the impact. Luckily, no one was sitting at the back of the car, though, my sister was on the passenger side.

Tl-the contact owns a 2010 Mercedes Benz C300. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the vehicle was involved in a crash. The contact depressed the brake pedal, but could not stop the vehicle in time before rear-ending another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries to the chest and medical attention was required. The vehicle was towed. The vehicle was destroyed. A dealer was not made aware of the crash. The manufacturer was not made aware of the crash. The contact received NHTSA campaign numbers: 16v363000 (air bags) &16v081000 (air bags) on the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 106,000. Ad.

Tl the contact owned a 2011 mercedes-benz C300. While driving 30 mph, the contact's vehicle was struck on the driver's side above the front tire by another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained neck and back pains, and headaches, which required medical attention. The vehicle was destroyed and towed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 58,900.

I was involved in a car accident an air bag never deployed I bumped my head an wife injured her arm. Car ran the street to the other side an manage to him the in the right rear tire an had a front end collision. Street collision I was on a main street an had the right of way.

The contact owns a 2013 mercedes-benz C300. While at a stop light, another vehicle crashed into the rear of the contact's vehicle. The air bag failed to deploy. The contact sustained whiplash that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The contact was able to drive the vehicle. In addition, the contact heard a ticking noise coming from the steering wheel. The steering wheel seized and the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to mercedes-benz of s atlanta (3775 royal s pkwy, GA 30349, phone: (470) 819-2400), but the cause of the failure could not be diagnosed. The vehicle was repaired. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 17v627000 (air bags). The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

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While in motion (driving) another driver turned in front of me, causing me to t-bone her (police report with description attached). I slammed on brakes to to lessen the unavoidable impact. I estimate my speed at 30-35 mph. My airbags failed to deploy. My car was totaled, as was the other driver I hit. I had 2 spiral metacarpal fractures in my left hand from hitting the steering wheel that required surgical placement of two plates and 12 screws, and my knees hit the dash board, my right hip bruised from seatbelt,I sprained neck and back and partially torn left rotator cuff. All of the other drivers airbags deployed, and she walked away from the accident. Not one of my airbags deployed. I was taken to the emergency room via ambulance from the scene. My left pant leg was cut by paramedics to see my knee that had obvious bruising and swelling. I was discharged being told I needed to follow up with a hand surgeon to have my bones in my hand repaired after x rays. I've been out of work since the accident. I go to hand therapy 3xs a week and pt and chiro 2xs a week. Not sure if I need to have additional surgeries on my shoulder and wrist.

The contact owns a 2009 mercedes-benz C300. While stopped at a red light, the engine revved and the vehicle accelerated. The brake pedal was depressed, but failed and the contact crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 54,000.

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Takata recall I had an accident where my vehicle was motionless another vehicle then backed into me causing damages to the passenger door and shattering window, mirror, and heavy damage to door door,window, mirror had to be replaced airbags did not deploy this happened in June 2016 in April 2016 my granddaughter was driving and had an accident causing major damage to the front of my vehicle both accidents cost over 4,000. 0 each with a deductible of 1000. 0 each accident. I was told by the dealer after taking my car in for the recall in February 2016 that service would disable the airbags. The accident in April my vehicle was moving the accident in June the vehicle that hit me was not insured and thus I was liable for the deductible. Accidents were on city streets. Accident in April vehicle was turning and hit a telephone pole guide wire (damage: grill,hood,radiator, a/c evaporated, and other parts ) all were replaced.

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2009 mercedes-benz C300. While making a left turn at an intersection, another vehicle crashed into the driver's side of the contact's vehicle. The air bag did not deploy. A police report was not filed. The contact sustained a minor injury that did not require medical attention. The vehicle was damaged, but not totaled. The contact drove the vehicle home and contacted the insurance company. Prior to the failure, the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16v081000 (air bags) and 16v363000 (air bags). The parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted (fletcher jones motorcars, newport, CA, 949-718-3000). The same dealer was notified about the air bag failure and stated that the remedy was unavailable. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

The contact owned a 2012 mercedes-benz C300. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact's vehicle rear ended another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy and the seat belt pretension did not function. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. There was one injury that required medical attention. The contact sustained short term memory loss, a seizure, and liver damage. The contact had to remain hospitalized for five days. The failure mileage was 66,000.

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Takata recall I received a safety recall notice back in April 2016 because the airbags were not properly deploying. I called MD today, sept. 6, 2017, because I have not heard from them and I was told that the parts are still not ready. I live in a state that is hot and humid, which exponentially increases the chances of airbag malfunctioning.

Takata recall car was involved in an accident. Car was stationary at a stop sign, rear ended, pushed into cross traffic, hit another car, spun around and hit a light pole. Airbags did not deploy.

Tl- the contact owns a 2008 Mercedes Benz C300. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph the vehicle was tee-boned by a second vehicle. During the incident the side curtain air bags did not deploy. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 102,000. Jft.

The contact owns a 2013 mercedes-benz C300. While driving 44 mph, the vehicle was involved in a head on crash. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was towed to a police impound. A police report was filed. There was one injury that required medical attention. The medical examiner diagnosed that they did not see any broken bones; however, there were some bruises on the knees, hip, upper back, right shoulder, and neck. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.

The contact owned a 2009 mercedes-benz C300. While veering left, the vehicle crashed into a tree. The air bags failed to deploy and the seat belt tightened. The paramedics arrived and assisted in removing the passenger from the vehicle. A police report was filed. One injury was sustained, which required medical attention. The vehicle was towed. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign numbers: 16v363000 (air bags), 15v711000 (air bags), and 16v081000 (air bags). The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was unknown.

The contact owned a 2009 Mercedes Benz C300. While driving at 30 mph, the contact veered to the left in an attempt to avoid another vehicle. As a result, the contact crashed into a pole and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact mentioned that warnings for electrical failure, complete engine power loss and engine service required displayed across the message board. The contact did not sustain any injuries. The front passenger sustained sternum and neck injuries that required medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 61,000.

"takata recall" I have made appointments and have discussed the situation with patterson in wichita falls TX about the airbag light saying there is a problem. I was told that they (pattersons) does not know what to do about the situation because they have contacted mercedes about this and they do not know what to do either. I have been driving the car. The light stays on. Have taken it in to be repaired and was told they do not know what to do. Stated when they are told what to do paterson's will contact me. I have never been contacted. I did however have an accident March 2015 and the airbags did not deploy!.

Tl- takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 Mercedes Benz C300. The contact stated that the manufacturer had not included the vehicle in the recall repairs for NHTSA campaign numbers: 16v363000 (air bags) and 16v081000 (air bags) until after the vehicle had been purchased as well as the contact had experienced a crash. The contact was at a stop and a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed over 50 mph, crashed into the rear of the vehicle. A dealer was not contacted to inspect and diagnose why the air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The driver sustained injuries to the neck, head, back and further medical treatment. The vehicle was able to be driven away from the crash. The insurance company covered the collision damages however they had not inspected why the air bags failed to deploy. The manufacturer was notified of the crash years later. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000. Dyd.

The contact owns a 2010 Mercedes Benz C300. The contact stated that the rear seat belts were extremely tight to the seats. The contact indicated that the seat belts in the front were loose and the seat belts in the rear were tight. The contact also indicated that the front driver side seat belt and the passenger side seat belt malfunctioned and did not work. While traveling at a highway rate of speed, another driver traveling at a high rate of speed crashed into the rear of the contact's vehicle. The other vehicle spun around and struck the front of the contact's vehicle. The contact stated that the driver was in the process of exiting the highway when the drunk driver impacted the vehicle from the rear. The air bags failed to deploy. Neither of the seat belts secured the driver nor the passenger, which caused severe impact to the head, neck, and back. The driver sustained major back and head injuries, but did not receive medical attention. The front passenger sustained major injuries to the head, neck, a cervical strain, a cat scan, and back pains. The front passenger received medical attention. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop. The contact asked that the vehicle be held until the manufacturer and the insurance company could further inspect the integrity of the seat belts and the air bags. The manufacturer was notified of the crash and the contact mentioned that they were to send an investigator and refer the contact to an authorized dealer for further inspection of the vehicle. The contact was still waiting on a response from the manufacturer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was not available.

The contact owned a 2008 Mercedes Benz C300. While driving 50 mph, the contact was unaware that the driving pattern on the road changed and crashed the vehicle into an embankment. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed and the vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.

Srs malfunction for front left seat message popped up recently. On further investigation by a mechanic is was found that the error code was 9b51 which mean that the front left seat belt buckle needs to be replaced. The problem with this issue is(as explained by the mechanic) that in an event of a crash the airbag will not deploy, which is pretty serious. Although I was still under the factory warranty for miles (50,000) my years with the car was above their year limit(4 years). I have seen exactly the same issue being reported by many benz C300 year 2008+ owners reporting this issue in many forums online and there's a mention of this issue to NHTSA as well.

The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes Benz C300. The contact stated that the driver veered into oncoming traffic and the vehicle rolled over. The driver then crashed into another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The driver sustained fatal injuries and the passenger was taken to the hospital for treatment of injuries. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a salvage lot. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 25000.

The air bags on my C300 mercedes 2011 did not deploy during front crash. The accident happened at a t intersection street. I was at the front lane at a t intersection stopping during red light. A Volvo car from the other side of the intersection that was trying to make a left turn-into the street that I was stopping on- crashed into my vehicle front to front as a result of avoiding getting crashed by another car that was passing red light into it's opposite direction. The Volvo that crashed into my car front to front pushed my vehicle about 10 feet back words and caused my vehicle to crash into an SUV with the rear right side of my vehicle into the rear left side of the SUV that caused my car to stop. A police report was taken at the scene. I then have requested from the collision center at the mercedes dealer who handled my car, to look into the air bags to check whether there were a manufacture defect with the airbag for not deploying. Few days later, my car was reported a total loss.

Right after the manufactures warranty ended, the left front srs malfunction light came on in my vehicle, accompanied by the air bag light. I did research and found that there are several people who suffer from this malfunction. The light does not go off and the air bag system will not deploy in case of an accident. This is a major issue that is incredibly expensive to fix (approx. Costs are over $1000. 00 at my dealership) and since it has been a recurring defect in the vehicle year after year, it needs to be fixed by mercedes at no cost to myself and other mercedes owners.

I was crossing two lanes of traffic and was hit on the passenger side by two suvs. The impact of the collision caused me to go airborne, I went front end first into a ditch embankment. The drivers side of the front end and¾ of the front end was pushed back into the motor area, causing the hood of the car to bend back towards the front window. The car was a total loss with approximately $21,000 worth of total damages. The only airbag that deployed was the passenger side airbags. Neither the front airbags nor the drivers side airbags deployed upon the collision. I sustained a fractured neck and broke my left arm. The break was so severe that I had to undergo surgery to have pins and plates put into my arm. My doctor told me that the hard force of the impact was the cause of my severely fractured arm with permanent nerve damage. I filed a complaint with mercedes because I felt the front air bag as well as the drivers side airbag should have deployed upon my collision into the embankment. Mercedes replied to my complaint stating the airbags worked properly. I purchased the car based on their advertised safety features and the outcome of my collision was totally not what I expected. Based on my research via the mercedes C300 online crash test demonstrates the front airbags deploying with the same front end damage with a similar type impact. Mercedes told me they sent an inspector out to look at the car but refused to provide me with details of their investigation, stating it was consider internal information. To this day, I still don't know why the airbags did not deploy. With the amount of front end and passenger side damage, I would have never thought the airbags would not have deployed. I would like a third party investigation to be done to determine if the airbag did deploy properly. I have pictures of the car and would be willing to send them.

The contact owns a 2009 Mercedes Benz C300. The contact stated that while driving 40 mph, the front end of the vehicle hit another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy and the seat belt did not lock. The contact hit his chest on the steering wheel and his head on the windshield. The contact called the manufacturer who sent someone to inspect the vehicle. The investigator stated that the air bags were not defective. The vehicle was being repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 24,000.

The contact owns a 2010 Mercedes Benz C300. While the contact was driving approximately 30 mph, when the accelerator pedal was applied there was a delayed response. A loud noise sounded and the front end of the vehicle collapsed. The air bags did not deploy but the warning indicator illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road with caution and the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. The contact was waiting a response from the technician regarding the cause of failure. The failure mileage was 6,109.

I was driving on the parkway at ~40 mph and attempted to slow down by stepping on the brake. The car did not slow down but accelerated. And struck the car in front of me. Every time I pressed on the brake, the car accelerated so that the car struck the car in front twice. I tried to turn off the ignition and was unable to. Finally, I pushed hard on the brake enough to slow it down and I was ten able to put the car in neutral. The engine raced but I was then able to turn it off. Despite damage to the front of the vehicle, the airbags did not deploy.