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2021 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class AIR BAGS Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: High Priority

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for AIR BAGS issues.

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AIR BAGS Safety Recalls

High Priority #22V124000 NHTSA Official Language
Component

AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
What Happened
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S580 4Matic vehicles. The air bag control unit may be improperly secured and may result in an unintentional air bag or seat belt deployment, or an improper deployment in the event of a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
Unintentional or improper deployment of air bags and/or seat belts can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Free Fix
Dealers will inspect and tighten the air bag control unit fastening nuts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-637-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022030024.
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High Priority #21V789000 NHTSA Official Language
Component

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
What Happened
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.
Risk if Unfixed
A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Free Fix
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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

Other MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class 2021 Recalls

STEERING
2 recalls
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1 recall
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
VISIBILITY
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
STRUCTURE
1 recall
BACK OVER PREVENTION
1 recall

Other MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class Years

2022
4 recalls
2019
11 recalls
2018
12 recalls
2017
10 recalls
2016
6 recalls
2015
5 recalls
2014
5 recalls
2012
2 recalls
2011
2 recalls

Similar AIR BAGS Recalls in Other Vehicles

2010 HONDA CR-V
132 AIR BAGS recalls
2011 HONDA CR-V
132 AIR BAGS recalls
2003 HONDA Odyssey
132 AIR BAGS recalls
2004 HONDA Accord
121 AIR BAGS recalls
2005 HONDA Accord
121 AIR BAGS recalls
2003 ACURA MDX
110 AIR BAGS recalls

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2021 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class safe to drive?

This model year has 2 recorded safety recalls. 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:CRITICAL FASTENERS recall for the 2021 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class? (Campaign #22V124000)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S580 4Matic vehicles. The air bag control unit may be improperly secured and may result in an unintentional air bag or seat belt deployment, or an improper deployment in the event of a crash. Unintentional or improper deployment of air bags and/or seat belts can increase the risk of a crash or injury. Dealers will inspect and tighten the air bag control unit fastening nuts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-637-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022030024.

What is the AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER recall for the 2021 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class? (Campaign #21V789000)

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. A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash. 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.