2021 Mercedes-Benz S 500 | 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 580 — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger
Published October 12, 2021 · Recall initiated: October 11, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V789000, published October 12, 2021 and initiated October 11, 2021. Recalling firm: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC; 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 500 | 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 580 — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger.
What's the hazard
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S500, S580, and Maybach S580 vehicles. The air bag control unit software may deactivate the occupant recognition control unit, resulting in a deactivated front passenger air bag.
What to do
Dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2021. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021100010. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Model
- S 500
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Lot
- 2021 MERCEDES-BENZ S 500 | 2021 MERCEDES-BENZ S 580
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 500 | 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 580 — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V789000 on October 12, 2021. Reported hazard: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S500, S580, and Maybach S580 vehicles. The air bag control unit software may deactivate the occupant recognition control unit, resulting in a deactivated front passenger air bag.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2021. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021100010. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MERCEDES-BENZ. Model: S 500.