Air Bag Problems of Mercedes Benz S430

Mercedes Benz S430 owners have reported 7 air bag related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common air bag problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's air bag (5 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front air bag sensor control (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Air Bag related problems of Mercedes Benz S430


Recently reported Air Bag problems of Mercedes Benz S430

The Air Bag problem

2 days after receiving my 2001 S430 from local dealer (critz benz of savannah) for service that was done incorrectly. I notice while driving the burned out odor coming the air vents. I noticed my instrument cluster lighting start to flicker as I was driving but thought nothing of it.   Read details...

The Front Air Bag Sensor Control problem

: the contact stated the airbag's warning light illuminated. When the vehicle was taken to the service dealer, they determined the sensor needed to be replaced. Without the sensor replacement, the airbags would not deploy in an accident. Updated 12/28/2006 -   Read details...

The Air Bag Not Deploy problem

While driving at 45 mph consumer was involved in a frontal collision. Upon impact, air bags failed to deploy. There was minor injuries to driver. Manufacturer has been notified. Please provide additional information.   Read details...




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