Mercedes-Benz A CLASS (177) recall: A designed perforation in the dashboard may not match the current specification. the airbag could be damaged as it opens
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On the front passenger airbag deployment the airbag could be damaged as it opens.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair. The affected vehicles are to be recalled and the dashboard replaced.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On the front passenger airbag deployment the airbag could be damaged as it opens.
The fix
The affected vehicles are to be recalled and the dashboard replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| A CLASS (177) | 1 Jun 2018 | 30 Aug 2018 | 2 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 22 February 2019. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.