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NHTSARecalled Jun 4, 2013 · #13V236000

Occupant Classification System

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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. 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.

Product details

Product
Occupant Classification System
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Model numbers
SLK250, SLK350
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice