Mercedes Benz S Class owners have reported 19 air bag related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common air bag problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's air bag (8 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front air bag sensor control (4 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Air Bag problems | |
| Front Air Bag Sensor Control problems | |
| Side/window Air Bag problems | |
| Warning Light On problems | |
| Air Bag Light On problems | |
| Air Bag Not Deploy problems |
Srs system not operating on passenger side Read details...
The srs system (airbags) have been deemed inoperable by the dealer and may either deploy at any time or not deploy at all in a collision. This is due to a defective seatbelt buckle and a defective passenger recognition sensor pad located in the front passenger seat which disables/enables the Read details...
On February 7 my wife was driving our 2000 s430 mb sedan and hit a curb on the drivers side. All the side airbags deployed. The damaged estimated was over $6000. 00. My repair shop, mastercrafters inc. At 7406-08 westmore rd. In rockville, MD noted that there was no other damages to the car. Read details...
Air bag-drivers side, steering wheel. I recently became aware of your site and thought it appropriate to inform you of this issue. The airbag warning light came on and the dealer cleared the fault code. This lasted one week and then the warning reappeared. Read details...
Airbag light came on in 2005 Smart car. Maintenance book says get to dealer immediately, so we did. This is a common problem that should be a recall. The wiring harness needed replaced. Read details...