2018 Mercedes-Benz Amg Cla45 | 2018 Mercedes-Benz Cla 250 — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification
Published August 9, 2018 · Recall initiated: August 3, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V514000, published August 9, 2018 and initiated August 3, 2018. Recalling firm: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC; 2018 Mercedes-Benz Amg Cla45 | 2018 Mercedes-Benz Cla 250 — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification.
What's the hazard
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, and CLA45 AMG 4Matic vehicles. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) may not be properly calibrated, resulting in the front passenger air bag not being deactivated if a child seat is in the front seat.
What to do
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion, free of charge. The recall began January 2, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018120001.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Model
- AMG CLA45
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Lot
- 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG CLA45 | 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA 250
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Mercedes-Benz Amg Cla45 | 2018 Mercedes-Benz Cla 250 — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V514000 on August 9, 2018. Reported hazard: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, and CLA45 AMG 4Matic vehicles. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) may not be properly calibrated, resulting in the front passenger air bag not being deactivated if a child seat is in the front seat.
What should I do if I have this product?
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion, free of charge. The recall began January 2, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018120001.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MERCEDES-BENZ. Model: AMG CLA45.