Recall 20V298000: 2012 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C250, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C300 +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 22, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 640
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012 C250, C250 Coupe, C300, C350, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG, and C63 AMG Coupe vehicles equipped with a front passenger air bag assembly replaced under a prior recall. An incorrect replacement front passenger air bag may have been installed.
The risk
An incorrect passenger air bag may not provide adequate protection, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060011.
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
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 20V298000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 2020060011
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
- Owner letters
- Jul 10, 2020
- Components
- Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module (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