PRA number
2018/16775
Campaign number
RC2469
Published date
Product description
This recall has been extended on 6 February 2020 to include G300 CDI Professional Wagon and Cab chassis (461)
This recall has been extended on 26 June 2019 to include SLS class vehicles.
This recall has been extended on 27 February 2019 to include A class vehicles.
G300 CDI Professional Wagon and Cab chassis (461) MY2015-2018
607 affected vehicles
SLS class vehicles MY2011-2014
121 affected vehicles
A class vehicles MY2005-2010
4 561 affected vehicles
GL class vehicles MY2007-2008
1 302 affected vehicles
ML class vehicles MY2009-2011
6 735 affected vehicles
SLK class vehicles MY2009-2012
780 affected vehicles
Driver's airbag inflator - beta
This recall has been extended on 26 June 2019 to include SLS class vehicles.
This recall has been extended on 27 February 2019 to include A class vehicles.
G300 CDI Professional Wagon and Cab chassis (461) MY2015-2018
607 affected vehicles
SLS class vehicles MY2011-2014
121 affected vehicles
A class vehicles MY2005-2010
4 561 affected vehicles
GL class vehicles MY2007-2008
1 302 affected vehicles
ML class vehicles MY2009-2011
6 735 affected vehicles
SLK class vehicles MY2009-2012
780 affected vehicles
Driver's airbag inflator - beta
Reasons the product is recalled
Airbag inflator: As it gets older, a combination of high temperatures and humidity can cause the airbag inflator propellant to degrade. If an affected vehicle is involved in a collision triggering the airbag, the metal inflator housing may explode/rupture under too much internal pressure.
The hazards to consumers
In the event that a defective airbag inflator ruptures, metal fragments may propel out through the airbag cushion towards the vehicle occupants causing serious injury or fatality. If you are involved in a collision, the airbag may go off with too much explosive force causing sharp metal fragments to shoot out and kill or seriously injure people in the vehicle.
What consumers should do
Owners of affected vehicles should contact their local Mercedes-Benz dealership or Mercedes-Benz head office directly via the website at https://www.dealerlocator.mercedes-benz.com.au to arrange for a replacement airbag inflator free of charge.
Consumers who are unsure whether they are affected can also use the Mercedes-Benz VIN look-up tool at https://recall.mercedes-benz.com.au/ or contact Mercedes-Benz on 1300 659 307 (between 8.30am and 5pm), by emailing takata_au@daimler.com or contact their preferred dealer.
Alternatively, consumers can use their registration plate number to check if their vehicle is affected by going to http://www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au
We also recommend you visit https://www.productsafety.gov.au/newsletter/subscribe to subscribe to receive updates about current and future recalls as they are published.
Further information for consumers is available at: https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls/compulsory-takata-airbag-recall
Consumers who are unsure whether they are affected can also use the Mercedes-Benz VIN look-up tool at https://recall.mercedes-benz.com.au/ or contact Mercedes-Benz on 1300 659 307 (between 8.30am and 5pm), by emailing takata_au@daimler.com or contact their preferred dealer.
Alternatively, consumers can use their registration plate number to check if their vehicle is affected by going to http://www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au
We also recommend you visit https://www.productsafety.gov.au/newsletter/subscribe to subscribe to receive updates about current and future recalls as they are published.
Further information for consumers is available at: https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls/compulsory-takata-airbag-recall
Traders who sold this product
Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Dates available for sale
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Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
