2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Posted on: 2013-11-12
Description
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
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #2 - COMMUNICATION
Posted on: 2019-11-04
Description
Mercedes-benz usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (ecall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/rmisc-19v787-4620.pdf
Consequence
An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Mbusa has initiated an over the air (ota) remote update. Mbusa will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful ota or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began december 23, 2019. Owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Mbusa's number for this recall is 2019120008.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.