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NHTSA recall 21V771000

Air bags › Air bag/restraint control module

Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC

Reported Oct 1, 20213 vehicles affectedMercedes-Benz USA, LLCMaker’s number 2021100001

The defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLS 580 vehicles. The air bag control unit software may be programmed incorrectly, which can cause the driver's air bag to deploy improperly.

The risk

An air bag that does not deploy properly during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

The remedy

Dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 29, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Air bags › Air bag/restraint control moduleAir bags › Frontal

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Vehicles in this recall

Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC
2020

Notes

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.