Recall 13V236000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE Defect in 2013-2013 MERCEDES-BENz SLK250
RECALL This recall affects up to 71 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 13V236000 |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Vehicles Affected | 71 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2013 SLK250 and SLK350 vehicles manufactured October 9, 2012, through November 20, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with an occupant classification system (OCS) that may not correctly differentiate between a child seat or a very light person being in the front passenger seat.
Safety Consequence
If the OCS incorrectly classifies a very light person as being a child seat, in the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, the system would deactivate the passenger airbag, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side seat cushion including the OCS. The recall began on July 26, 2013. Owners may contact Mercedes at 1-201-573-0600.
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