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NHTSA Recall 20V298000: Inflator module (air bags)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 640 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG C63.

640
vehicles potentially affected
4
models affected
2020
owners notified (July 10)
NHTSA campaign20V298000
Manufacturer campaign2020060011
ComponentAIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE
Report receivedMay 22, 2020
Owner notificationJuly 10, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012 C250, C250 Coupe, C300, C350, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG, and C63 AMG Coupe vehicles equipped with a front passenger air bag assembly replaced under a prior recall. An incorrect replacement front passenger air bag may have been installed.

Safety risk

An incorrect passenger air bag may not provide adequate protection, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060011.

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 20V298000

Make and modelModel years
Mercedes-Benz AMG C632012
Mercedes-Benz C2502012
Mercedes-Benz C3002012
Mercedes-Benz C3502012

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.