NHTSA Recall 19V892000: Occupant classification (air bags)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 129 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V892000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2020060012 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › SENSOR › OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION |
| Report received | December 16, 2019 |
| Owner notification | July 31, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2018 CLA250 and CLA250 4MATIC, and 2017-2018 CLA45 AMG vehicles. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) may have been improperly calibrated, which may prevent the proper deployment of the front passenger air bag.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, if the air bag does not deploy as designed, the front seat passenger has an increased risk of an injury.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger seat cushion, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060012.
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 19V892000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45 | 2017, 2018 |
| Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 | 2018 |
| Mercedes-Benz CLA250 | 2015, 2016, 2017 |
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.