NHTSA Recall 17V818000: Occupant classification (air bags)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V818000 |
|---|---|
| Component | AIR BAGS › SENSOR › OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION |
| Report received | December 18, 2017 |
| Owner notification | January 26, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 AMG GT & AMG GT-C Roadster and 2018 AMG GT-S & GT Roadster vehicles equipped with AMG Performance Seats. The passenger occupant classification system (OCS) might not function properly, possibly causing the passenger frontal air bag to be incorrectly deactivated or incorrectly activated in the event of a crash.
Safety risk
A passenger air bag that is incorrectly activated or deactivated in the event of a crash increases the risk of injury due to potential incorrect airbag deployment or non-deployment.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, and if necessary, replace the passenger seat cushion, free of charge. Owners will be notified of the recall in January 2018 and they will receive a second letter when the parts become available, currently expected to be in February 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
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 17V818000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT | 2017 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT C Roadster | 2017 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Roadster | 2018 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT S | 2018 |
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.