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2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris recall: inflator module

Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported this safety recall on December 27, 2016. It covers about 22 vehicles.

vehicles affected
22
reported
Dec 27, 2016
owners notified
Feb 17, 2017

Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module

What is wrong
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain model year 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris Vans manufactured September 9, 2016, to September 28, 2016. The affected vehicles have a passenger air bag that may have been manufactured with an incorrect Tether Activation Unit (TAU). As a result, in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, the air bag may not vent properly.
Risk
An improperly vented air bag may not protect the front passenger as expected, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and authorized Mercedes-Benz Sprinter dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1‑877‑762‑8267.

Recall number 16V935000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 16V935000

Is there a recall on the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris inflator module?

Yes. Recall 16V935000, reported on December 27, 2016, covers about 22 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V935000?

DVUSA will notify owners, and authorized Mercedes-Benz Sprinter dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1‑877‑762‑8267.

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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