NHTSA recall 21V789000
Air Bags · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Details
What's wrong: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2021 S500, s580, and Maybach s580 vehicles. The air bag control unit software may deactivate the occupant recognition control unit, resulting in a deactivated front passenger air bag.
Why it matters: A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2021. Mbusa's number for this recall is 2021100010.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2021 Mercedes-Benz S 500, 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 580.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 21V789000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.