NHTSA campaign 21V789000
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall 21V789000
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S500, S580, and Maybach S580 vehicles. The air bag control unit software may deactivate the occupant recognition control unit, resulting in a deactivated front passenger air bag.
Reported 10/11/2021
What can happen
A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Repair
Dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2021. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021100010. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Components
- Air bags: Air bag/restraint control module: Software
- Air bags: Sensor: Occupant classification: Front passenger
Affected years and models
A listed year and model does not mean every vehicle in that group is recalled. Use the VIN lookup to confirm a specific vehicle.