Recall 21V-771
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalled the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC: Air bags (air bag/restraint control module); Air bags (frontal).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V-771
- Reported
- October 1, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 3 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLS 580 vehicles. The air bag control unit software may be programmed incorrectly, which can cause the driver's air bag to deploy improperly.
The risk
An air bag that does not deploy properly during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 29, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]