NHTSA recall 18V724000
Air bags › Air bag/restraint control module
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT and 1 more
Reported Oct 15, 20182 vehicles affectedMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.Maker’s number 2018100008Built Apr 4, 2017 – Jun 30, 2017
The defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Cabrio and AMG GT-C Cabrio vehicles. Due to a software incompatibility, in the event of a low speed crash, both stages of the frontal air bags may deploy instead of only the first-stage deploying as intended.
The risk
If the air bags do not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury.
The remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018100008.
Air bags › Air bag/restraint control moduleElectrical system › Software