2021 Mercedes-Benz S 580: Air Bags recall
NHTSA campaign 22V124000 · 14 units potentially affected · filed Mar 4, 2022
What's wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S580 4Matic vehicles. The air bag control unit may be improperly secured and may result in an unintentional air bag or seat belt deployment, or an improper deployment in the event of a crash.
Why it matters
Unintentional or improper deployment of air bags and/or seat belts can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and tighten the air bag control unit fastening nuts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-637-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022030024.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V124000
- Manufacturer no.
- 2022030024
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
- Component
- AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE; AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Units affected
- 14
- Report received
- Mar 4, 2022
- Owner letters
- Apr 15, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Mercedes-Benz S 580 2021