Mercedes Benz Amg Gt recall: Window airbags may fail to deploy as intended
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The left and right airbag actuation has been swapped due to an incorrect connector assignment on the wiring harness. In a collision where the airbags are required to deploy the incorrect airbag could be deployed with the protective affect not being ensured.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes Benz dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and correct the pin assignment on the airbag control plug.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The left and right airbag actuation has been swapped due to an incorrect connector assignment on the wiring harness. In a collision where the airbags are required to deploy the incorrect airbag could be deployed with the protective affect not being ensured.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and correct the pin assignment on the airbag control plug.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amg Gt | 5 Apr 2017 | 12 Jun 2017 | 39 |
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 1 August 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.