2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG Cla45 and Mercedes-Benz CLA250 recall: occupant classification
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall on August 3, 2018. It covers about 86 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 86
- reported
- Aug 3, 2018
- owners notified
- Jan 2, 2019
- related complaints
- 8
Air bags: sensor: occupant classification
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, and CLA45 AMG 4Matic vehicles. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) may not be properly calibrated, resulting in the front passenger air bag not being deactivated if a child seat is in the front seat.
- Risk
- If a child seat is in the front seat and the passenger air bag is not deactivated, in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion, free of charge. The recall began January 2, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018120001.
Recall number 18V514000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 8 complaints about airbags problems.
Questions about recall 18V514000
Is there a recall on the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG Cla45 and Mercedes-Benz CLA250 occupant classification?
Yes. Recall 18V514000, reported on August 3, 2018, covers about 86 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V514000?
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion, free of charge. The recall began January 2, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018120001.
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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