Recall 21V-789
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalled the 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 580 and 1 other model: Air bags (sensor, occupant classification, front passenger); Air bags (air bag/restraint control module, software).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V-789
- Reported
- October 11, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 1,311 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S500, S580, and Maybach S580 vehicles. The air bag control unit software may deactivate the occupant recognition control unit, resulting in a deactivated front passenger air bag.
The risk
A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2021. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021100010. 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]
Affected vehicles
- Mercedes-Benz S 580 2021
- Mercedes-Benz S500 2021