An improperly vented air bag may not protect the front passenger as expected, increasing the risk of injury.

Air Bags — Frontal — Passenger Side — Inflator Module

Summary

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain model year 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris Vans manufactured September 9, 2016, to September 28, 2016. The affected vehicles have a passenger air bag that may have been manufactured with an incorrect Tether Activation Unit (TAU). As a result, in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, the air bag may not vent properly.

Actions

DVUSA will notify owners, and authorized Mercedes-Benz Sprinter dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

Documents (6)

• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2017-1
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2017-2
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2017-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2017-4

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