Now Hear This! VW Recall
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Mercedes-Benz has announced a recall of about 311 vehicles due to a front passenger airbag issue, and has been added to the global Takata airbag recall, which has affected millions of vehicles worldwide.
Which Mercedes-Benz models are affected by the recall?
Model year 2014 SLK 250, SLK 350, SLK 55 AMG, SL 550, SL 63 AMG, and SL 65 AMG vehicles manufactured from March 19, 2014, to May 5, 2014.
What causes the front passenger airbag issue?
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), an airbag assembly error of the inflators, installed by Takata subcontractors, may prevent the front passenger airbag from deploying properly, which can increase the risk of injury to the passenger.
Are there any known accidents attributed to the defect?
At this time, no known accidents have been reported by Mercedes-Benz attributing to the defect.
What do I do if my car is one of those affected?
Mercedes-Benz will be notifying all owners affected by the recall in July 2014. Parts aren’t currently available yet, but a second notice will go out when they are. Mercedes-Benz will inspect and replace the front passenger airbag free of charge. NHTSA is advising all owners not to place anything in the passenger seat until the airbag is fixed.
If your Mercedes-Benz is part of this recall and you have not been notified, call your local, independent Mercedes-Benz repair shop to schedule an appointment to have your Mercedes-Benz checked and serviced for the defect.
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