Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #13V542000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V542000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2013 sl63, sl550, and sl65 vehicles manufactured january 16, 2013, through april 30, 2013 Includes 130 affected units, Occupant Classification System (OCS)/Side Air Bag, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2013 sl63, sl550, and sl65 vehicles manufactured january 16, 2013, through april 30, 2013

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz (mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2013 sl63, sl550, and sl65 vehicles manufactured january 16, 2013, through april 30, 2013. the affected vehicles are equipped with an occupant classification system (ocs) that may not detect a very light person sitting 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 december 20, 2013. owners may contact mercedes at 1-201-573-0600.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V542000

Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 2013-11-01T00:00:00

Subject: Occupant classification system (ocs)/side air bag

Component: Air Bags

Potentially Affected Units: 130

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz (mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2013 sl63, sl550, and sl65 vehicles manufactured january 16, 2013, through april 30, 2013. the affected vehicles are equipped with an occupant classification system (ocs) that may not detect a very light person sitting in the front passenger seat.

Consequence Summary: If the ocs does not detect a very light person sitting in the seat, the passenger side air bag would be turned off. in the event of a crash necessitating side air bag deployment, the passenger would be at an increased 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 december 20, 2013. owners may contact mercedes at 1-201-573-0600.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 90.77

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NHTSA ID: 13V542000

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