Mercedes-Benz Vans SPRINTER 906 recall: Specific climatic conditions may over time cause a chemical change in the propellant in the airbag inflator of certain Takata airbags. In the event of an accident in which the airbag is deployed this change could cause the airbag inflator to burst due to increased internal pressure.
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Specific climatic conditions may over time cause a chemical change in the propellant in the airbag inflator of certain Takata airbags. In the event of an accident in which the airbag is deployed this change could cause the airbag inflator to burst due to increased…
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes-Benz Vans dealer to book the free repair. Replace the affected front passenger airbags on the affected vehicles.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Specific climatic conditions may over time cause a chemical change in the propellant in the airbag inflator of certain Takata airbags. In the event of an accident in which the airbag is deployed this change could cause the airbag inflator to burst due to increased internal pressure.
The fix
Replace the affected front passenger airbags on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPRINTER 906 | 27 Feb 2006 | 3 Jul 2018 | 53 |
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 15 November 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.