2002 MERCEDES G55 RECALL - #12V380000
RECALL FOR STRUCTURE
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.
Information provided by the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2002 MERCEDES G55 |
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| Manufacturer |
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. |
| Manufactured between |
9/30/2010 - 4/27/2011 |
| Recalled on |
8/6/2012 |
| Influenced by |
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. |
| Owners Notified on |
10/26/2012 |
| # Affected |
189 |
| Recalled for |
STRUCTURE |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
In the event of the passenger airbag deployment, if the molding strip comes loose, there is an increased risk of personal injury. |
| Corrective action |
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. |
| Notes |
Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. |
| See also |
2002 MERCEDES G55 Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, TURN SIGNAL
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| Technical Service Bulletins |
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