NHTSA Recall 13V542000: Air bags: side/window
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 130 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Mercedes-Benz SL550.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V542000 |
|---|---|
| Component | AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW |
| Report received | November 1, 2013 |
| Owner notification | December 20, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2013 SL63, SL550, and SL65 vehicles manufactured January 16, 2013, through April 30, 2013. The affected vehicles are equipped with an occupant classification system (OCS) that may not detect a very light person sitting in the front passenger seat.
Safety risk
If the OCS does not detect a very light person sitting in the seat, the passenger side air bag would be turned off. In the event of a crash necessitating side air bag deployment, the passenger would be at an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side seat cushion including the OCS. The recall began on December 20, 2013. Owners may contact Mercedes at 1-201-573-0600.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V542000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.