Mercedes Benz G Class: Injury May Occur If The Passenger Airbag Deploys

Recalling firm
MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED
Product
Vehicles: MERCEDES BENZ G CLASS. Units affected: 1
Reason
The spot welding between the serrated rail and the airbag cover in the metal carrier of the instrument panel may not have been designed correctly. In the event of a vehicle crash with triggering of the front passenger airbag it is possible that the serrated rail detaches from the metal carrier of the instrument panel. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to rework the connection between the serrated rail and the airbag cover in the metal carrier of the instrument panel.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2012-11-28
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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