Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | 2017 amg gt & amg gt-c roadster and 2018 amg gt-s & gt roadster vehicles equipped with amg performance seats | NHTSA Recall #17V818000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V818000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting 2017 amg gt & amg gt-c roadster and 2018 amg gt-s & gt roadster vehicles equipped with amg performance seats Includes 8 affected units, Air Bag Nondeployment or Incorrect Deployment, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

2017 amg gt & amg gt-c roadster and 2018 amg gt-s & gt roadster vehicles equipped with amg performance seats

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2017 amg gt & amg gt-c roadster and 2018 amg gt-s & gt roadster vehicles equipped with amg performance seats. the passenger occupant classification system (ocs) might not function properly, possibly causing the passenger frontal air bag to be incorrectly deactivated or incorrectly activated in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will update the ocs software, and if necessary, replace the passenger seat cushion, free of charge. owners will be notified of the recall in january 2018 and they will receive a second letter when the parts become available, currently expected to be in february 2018. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V818000
Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2017-12-18T00:00:00
Subject: Air bag nondeployment or incorrect deployment
Component: Air Bags
Potentially Affected Units: 8

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2017 amg gt & amg gt-c roadster and 2018 amg gt-s & gt roadster vehicles equipped with amg performance seats. the passenger occupant classification system (ocs) might not function properly, possibly causing the passenger frontal air bag to be incorrectly deactivated or incorrectly activated in the event of a crash.
Consequence Summary: A passenger air bag that is incorrectly activated or deactivated in the event of a crash increases the risk of injury due to potential incorrect airbag deployment or non-deployment.
Corrective Action: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will update the ocs software, and if necessary, replace the passenger seat cushion, free of charge. owners will be notified of the recall in january 2018 and they will receive a second letter when the parts become available, currently expected to be in february 2018. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 87.5

Metadata

SID: row-k324~utff-z9cw
NHTSA ID: 17V818000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1741512641
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Updated At: 1741512641
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