Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

12V380000

ManufacturerMERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.Reported2012-08-06Affected189 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2011 G550 and G55 (AMG) vehicles manufactured from September 20, 2010, through April 27, 2011. During the front passenger air bag deployment, parts of the molding strip could potentially become loose and become a projectile in the passenger compartment.

Risk

In the event of the passenger airbag deployment, if the molding strip comes loose, there is an increased risk of personal injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will reinforce the connection between the molding strip and air bag cover flap, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 26, 2012. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →

Affected vehicles

2 entries
  • Mercedes Benz

  • MERCEDES-BENZ