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NHTSA Recall 21V405000: Cushion (air bags) and inflator module (air bags)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 17 vehicles. It affects 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

17
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2021
owners notified (July 16)
NHTSA campaign21V405000
Manufacturer campaign2021060011
ComponentsAIR BAGS › PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL › CUSHION; AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE
Report receivedMay 28, 2021
Owner notificationJuly 16, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB250 vehicles. The front passenger air bag inflator and cushion may be improperly attached inside the air bag module, which could result in the air bag cushion tearing upon deployment.

Safety risk

An air bag that does not deploy properly during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021060011.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 21V405000

Make and modelModel years
Mercedes-Benz GLB 2502020

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.