Mercedes Benz E-class: Airbag May Not Deploy Correctly

Mercedes-Benz is recalling approximately 5,170 vehicles from its E-Class, GLA, B-Class, CLA, and A-Class models sold in the United Kingdom because the front passenger airbag may not deploy properly due to an issue with the propellant mixing ratio in the igniter. If the airbag is activated in a crash, it might not inflate or only partially inflate, which could increase the risk of injury to passengers. The remedy involves replacing the front passenger airbag assembly.

Recalling firm

MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED

Product

Vehicles: MERCEDES BENZ E-CLASS, MERCEDES BENZ GLA, MERCEDES BENZ B CLASS, MERCEDES BENZ CLA, MERCEDES BENZ A CLASS. Units affected: 5,170

Reason

The propellant mixing ratio in the igniters of the front passenger airbag assembly may not meet specification. If the airbag is required and activated it might not deploy or not completely deploy. This could increase the risk of injury to the occupants. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front passenger airbag assembly.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2017-06-20

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/665b16e8-52fa-4462-9031-1d888884a2bd