CarRecallWatch- Component
- AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION; SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER; SEATS
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLC, CLS, AMG GT 4-door Coupe and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. A faulty electrical contact within the seat position switch may prevent the driver and passenger air bags and seat belt force limiters from properly activating during a crash.
- Risk
- Air bags and seat belts that do not perform properly in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat position switches, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040016.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
A faulty electrical contact in the seat position switch can stop the driver and passenger air bags and the seat belt force limiters from activating properly during a crash. Air bags and seat belts that do not work correctly in a collision can increase the risk of injury to occupants.
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the seat position switches at no cost to you. Owner letters were mailed May 21, 2021. If you have questions, you can contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372, referencing recall number 2021040016.
To check whether your vehicle has any open recalls, enter your VIN on the NHTSA recall lookup or contact your dealer. Schedule the free repair as soon as possible.
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