Recall 12V-380
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. recalled the 2011 Mercedes-Benz G 550 and 1 other model: Structure.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 12V-380
- Reported
- August 6, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 189 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2011 G550 and G55 (AMG) vehicles manufactured from September 20, 2010, through April 27, 2011. During the front passenger air bag deployment, parts of the molding strip could potentially become loose and become a projectile in the passenger compartment.
The risk
In the event of the passenger airbag deployment, if the molding strip comes loose, there is an increased risk of personal injury.
The fix
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will reinforce the connection between the molding strip and air bag cover flap, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 26, 2012. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY: 1-[removed]); or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Mercedes-Benz G 550 2011
- Mercedes-Benz G55 2002