2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 · Airbags, seats & restraints
GLC 300 driver air bag inflator may rupture during deployment
NHTSA campaign 18V208000 lists the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 for a condition in which gLC 300 driver air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
What the reviewed source says
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NHTSA lists the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 in safety campaign 18V208000. The official record says: The housing for the driver side air bag inflator may have been made with defective steel. The stated safety consequence is: In the event of a crash involving driver air bag deployment, an improperly inflated air bag and/or an inflator rupture with sharp metal fragments might result in serious injury or death to the driver or to occupants. A make, model and year match does not confirm that a specific VIN is included or that the repair remains open.
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Symptoms in the pattern
- No warning before a crash
- Driver air bag inflates improperly or the inflator ruptures
Vehicles and scope
- 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300
- Vehicles included in NHTSA campaign 18V208000
- VIN confirmation is required
Manufacturer position
What the official procedure directs
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 29, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Campaign 18V208000 is based on the recalled vehicle population and VIN, not a published mileage threshold. Mileage alone cannot confirm or exclude it.
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Repair paths and safe checks
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Complete recall 18V208000
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 29, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
A year and model match does not confirm VIN eligibility. Do not substitute an owner repair for an open safety recall.
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