Mercedes-benz Recall 12V492000: Air Bags, Side/window

NHTSA recall 12V492000 · announced October 9, 2012 · filed by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. · 499 units affected

The problem

Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2012 E350 and E550 Coupe vehicles, manufactured April 2, 2012, through June 29, 2012. Improper stitching of the right side window curtain air bag may cause it to not deploy as intended in the affected vehicles.

The risk

In the event of an accident necessitating the deployment of the right window curtain air bag, the improper stitching may cause it to deflate more quickly than intended, reducing the protection it may provide, resulting in an increased risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

What to do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right side window curtain air bag. The recall began on December 21, 2012. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2012 Mercedes-benz E350
• 2012 Mercedes-benz E550

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.