Recall 21V860000

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Report Date
20211105
Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Affected Vehicles
2 models

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLB 250 and AMG GLB 35 vehicles. The driver-side window air bag may not have been mounted correctly to the lower area of the A-pillar. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

Safety Consequence

The driver-side window air bag may not function properly during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the mounting of the driver-side window air bag and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2021 MERCEDES BENZ AMG GLB35
2021 MERCEDES BENZ GLB 250

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.