Mercedes Benz C Class recall: 1. airbags may fail to deploy or 2. airbags may deploy without obvious cause
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Due to corrosion of internal components the SRS control unit may fail. This will deactivate SRS components such as airbags or in rare instances cause an SRS component to unintentionally deploy.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes Benz dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles replace the SRS control Unit.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Due to corrosion of internal components the SRS control unit may fail. This will deactivate SRS components such as airbags or in rare instances cause an SRS component to unintentionally deploy.
The fix
On affected vehicles replace the SRS control Unit.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| C Class | 1 Mar 2006 | 30 Nov 2009 | 31,091 |
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 4 April 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.