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Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 Recall 22V078: Driver Airbag May Not Protect or May Detach

NHTSA campaign 22V078, reported February 11, 2022, 50 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Some vehicles may have an incorrect front driver's airbag module installed. An incorrect module may not properly restrain the driver in a crash, and it could detach from the steering wheel when the airbag deploys. Either problem can raise the risk of injury in a crash.

The remedy is free. An authorized dealer will inspect the front driver's airbag and replace it if needed, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2022. If you have questions, you can contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

You can check whether your vehicle has open recalls by entering its VIN on the NHTSA recall lookup site or by contacting any authorized dealer.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 22V078Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLB 250 vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect front driver's air bag module.
Risk
An incorrect air bag module may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash. In addition, the air bag module could detach from the steering wheel during deployment. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the front driver's air bag, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Mercedes-Benz GLB 2502021