2002-2011 Mercedes Benz G55 and Mercedes-Benz G 550 recall: structure
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall on August 6, 2012. It covers about 189 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 189
- reported
- Aug 6, 2012
- owners notified
- Oct 26, 2012
- related complaints
- 1
Structure
- What is wrong
- 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.
- 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.
Recall number 12V380000
Affected vehicles
- Mercedes Benz G55 2002 2002
- Mercedes-Benz G 550 2011 2011
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about body problems.
Questions about recall 12V380000
Is there a recall on the 2002-2011 Mercedes Benz G55 and Mercedes-Benz G 550 structure?
Yes. Recall 12V380000, reported on August 6, 2012, covers about 189 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 12V380000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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