Mercedes-benz Vans Sprinter 906: Specific Climatic Conditions May Over Time Cause A Chemical Change In The Propellant In The Airbag Inflator Of Certain Takata Airbags. In The Event Of An Accident In W

Recall Summary Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 906 vans (53 vehicles affected) are being recalled because certain Takata airbags may experience chemical changes in the propellant due to specific climate conditions, which could cause the airbag inflator to burst during deployment in an accident. The manufacturer will replace the affected front passenger airbags. This recall affects vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom.

Recalling firm
MERCEDES-BENZ VANS UK LTD
Product
Vehicles: MERCEDES-BENZ VANS SPRINTER 906. Units affected: 53
Reason
Specific climatic conditions may over time cause a chemical change in the propellant in the airbag inflator of certain Takata airbags. In the event of an accident in which the airbag is deployed this change could cause the airbag inflator to burst due to increased internal pressure. Remedy: Replace the affected front passenger airbags on the affected vehicles.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2022-11-15
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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