Mercedes Benz · United States · High
Mercedes Benz C63, C300 +1 more: Air bags — sensor/control module-inactive
Affects Mercedes Benz C63, C300, C350 · 2008–2010 — about 128K vehicles.
The hazard
The malfunctioning air bag control unit may cause the air bags to unexpectedly deploy increasing the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash. Alternatively, the air bag control unit malfunction may cause the air bags to not deploy in the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
What to do
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag control unit and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. Mercedes-Benz issued an interim notification to owners on December 23, 2015. The recall began on March 14, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.