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NHTSA recall 20V298000

Air Bags · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

May 22, 2020report date
640units affected
Vehicle recalltype
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What's wrong: 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.

Why it matters: 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.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2012 Mercedes-Benz Amg C63, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C250, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C300, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C350.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 20V298000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.