Mercedes-Benz C-class and GLC recall: Airbag control unit connection may not be manufactured to specification
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The connector pins of the occupant classification system to the airbag control unit might have been manufactured outside specification. After a period of time this may cause decativation of the passnger airbag.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles replace the connector pins of the occupant classification system.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The connector pins of the occupant classification system to the airbag control unit might have been manufactured outside specification. After a period of time this may cause decativation of the passnger airbag.
The fix
On affected vehicles replace the connector pins of the occupant classification system.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| C-class | – | – | 100 |
| GLC | – | – | 100 |
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 June 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.