Mercedes-Benz · United States · High
Mercedes-Benz SL550, SLK55 +4 more: Air bags
Affects Mercedes-Benz SL550, SLK55, SL63, SLK250, SLK350, SL65 · 2014 — about 311 vehicles.
The hazard
In the event of a crash necessitating front passenger air bag deployment, the front passenger seat airbag may not properly deploy, increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger seat occupant.
What to do
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. Mercedes-Benz distributed an interim letter to owners on July 17, 2014. A second owner letter was mailed after parts became available in mid August 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372. Note: Until the vehicle has been remedied, owners are advised that passengers or other items should not be placed in the passenger seat.