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2018 MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class AIR BAGS Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: High Priority

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AIR BAGS Safety Recalls

High Priority #18V515000 NHTSA Official Language
Component

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
What Happened
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz E300, E300 4Matic, E43 AMG 4Matic, E400 4Matic, E63S AMG 4Matic+, and 2019 CLS450 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.
Risk if Unfixed
If a child seat is in the front seat and the passenger air bag is not deactivated, in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Free Fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion, free of charge. The recall began November 26, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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Other MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class 2018 Recalls

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
CHILD SEAT
1 recall
STRUCTURE
1 recall

Other MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Years

2024
1 recall
2023
1 recall
2022
3 recalls
2021
9 recalls
2020
3 recalls
2019
5 recalls
2017
20 recalls
2016
5 recalls
2015
6 recalls
2014
8 recalls
2013
6 recalls
2012
7 recalls
2011
5 recalls
2010
4 recalls
2009
4 recalls
2008
4 recalls
2007
5 recalls
2006
4 recalls

Similar AIR BAGS Recalls in Other Vehicles

2010 HONDA CR-V
48 AIR BAGS recalls
2011 HONDA CR-V
48 AIR BAGS recalls
2003 HONDA Odyssey
48 AIR BAGS recalls
2004 HONDA Accord
44 AIR BAGS recalls
2005 HONDA Accord
44 AIR BAGS recalls
2003 ACURA MDX
40 AIR BAGS recalls

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION recall for the 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class? (Campaign #18V515000)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz E300, E300 4Matic, E43 AMG 4Matic, E400 4Matic, E63S AMG 4Matic+, and 2019 CLS450 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. If a child seat is in the front seat and the passenger air bag is not deactivated, in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury. MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion, free of charge. The recall began November 26, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.