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NHTSARecalled Jul 1, 2022 · #22V466000

Front Air Bag May Deploy Improperly/FMVSS 208

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Mercedes-Benz, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 and GLS 580 vehicles. The front air bag wiring harness may be routed incorrectly, which can cause the air bag not to deploy properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection." An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Product details

Product
Front Air Bag May Deploy Improperly/FMVSS 208
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will correct the wiring harness routing, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed August 22, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022070006.

View the official CPSC notice