Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #13V236000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V236000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2013 slk250 and slk350 vehicles manufactured october 9, 2012, through november 20, 2012 Includes 71 affected units, Occupant Classification System, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2013 slk250 and slk350 vehicles manufactured october 9, 2012, through november 20, 2012

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz (mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2013 slk250 and slk350 vehicles manufactured october 9, 2012, through november 20, 2012. these vehicles are equipped with an occupant classification system (ocs) that may not correctly differentiate between a child seat or a very light person being in the front passenger seat.

Corrective Action

Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side seat cushion including the ocs. The recall began on july 26, 2013. owners may contact mercedes at 1-201-573-0600.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V236000
Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2013-06-04T00:00:00
Subject: Occupant classification system
Component: Air Bags
Potentially Affected Units: 71

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz (mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2013 slk250 and slk350 vehicles manufactured october 9, 2012, through november 20, 2012. these vehicles are equipped with an occupant classification system (ocs) that may not correctly differentiate between a child seat or a very light person being in the front passenger seat.
Consequence Summary: If the ocs incorrectly classifies a very light person as being a child seat, in the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, the system would deactivate the passenger airbag, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side seat cushion including the ocs. The recall began on july 26, 2013. owners may contact mercedes at 1-201-573-0600.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-murn~d5ce-gaan
NHTSA ID: 13V236000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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