recall information
Recall number
REC-000947
PRA number
2020/18462
Campaign number
RC2749
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLA, B CLASS
Year range
2016 - 2018
Affected units
16
Identifying features
See attached VIN list
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
In the front passenger seat, an installed child seat may be identified as a person, or a lightweight person may be identified as a child seat.
What are the hazards?
If the front passenger seat occupant is misidentified:
- The front passenger airbag may not deploy as intended, despite the presence of a person in the front passenger seat.
- The front passenger airbag may deploy, despite a child seat being installed.
In both cases, there is an increased risk of injury or death to the person sitting in that seat in the event of an accident.
- The front passenger airbag may not deploy as intended, despite the presence of a person in the front passenger seat.
- The front passenger airbag may deploy, despite a child seat being installed.
In both cases, there is an increased risk of injury or death to the person sitting in that seat in the event of an accident.
What should consumers do?
Consumers are asked to contact their most convenient Mercedes-Benz retailer for a free repair.
To find a local Mercedes-Benz dealer, visit https://www.mercedes-benz.com.au/passengercars/mercedes-benz-cars/dealer-locator.html
To find a local Mercedes-Benz dealer, visit https://www.mercedes-benz.com.au/passengercars/mercedes-benz-cars/dealer-locator.html
Supplier details
Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
