2013 MERCEDES SLK250 RECALL - #13V236000
RECALL FOR AIR BAGS
Mercedes-Benz (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2013 SLK250 and SLK350 vehicles manufactured October 9, 2012, through November 20, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with an occupant classification system (OCS) that may not correctly differentiate between a child seat or a very light person being in the front passenger seat.
Information provided by the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2013 MERCEDES SLK250 |
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| Manufacturer |
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Manufactured between |
10/9/2012 - 11/20/2012 |
| Recalled on |
6/5/2013 |
| Influenced by |
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Owners Notified on |
7/26/2013 |
| # Affected |
71 |
| Recalled for |
AIR BAGS |
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| Description |
Mercedes-Benz (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2013 SLK250 and SLK350 vehicles manufactured October 9, 2012, through November 20, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with an occupant classification system (OCS) that may not correctly differentiate between a child seat or a very light person being in the front passenger seat. |
| Consequences |
If the OCS incorrectly classifies a very light person as being a child seat, in the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, the system would deactivate the passenger airbag, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Corrective action |
Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side seat cushion including the OCS. The recall began on July 26, 2013. Owners may contact Mercedes at 1-201-573-0600. |
| Notes |
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| See also |
2013 MERCEDES SLK250 Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SOFTWARE
2013 MERCEDES SLK250 Recall for COMMUNICATION
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