Recall 13V542000: 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL550, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL63, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL65
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Nov 1, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 130
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Mercedes-Benz (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2013 SL63, SL550, and SL65 vehicles manufactured January 16, 2013, through April 30, 2013. The affected vehicles are equipped with an occupant classification system (OCS) that may not detect a very light person sitting in the front passenger seat.
The risk
If the OCS does not detect a very light person sitting in the seat, the passenger side air bag would be turned off. In the event of a crash necessitating side air bag deployment, the passenger would be at an increased risk of injury.
The fix
Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side seat cushion including the OCS. The recall began on December 20, 2013. Owners may contact Mercedes at 1-201-573-0600.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL550
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL63
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL65
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V542000
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
- Owner letters
- Dec 20, 2013
- Components
- Air bags:side/window (Airbags)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology