Recall 16V-903: 2016–2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE43, 2016–2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 and 10 more
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Dec 15, 2016, covering about 47,799 vehicles.
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 GL350 4Matic Bluetec, GL550 4Matic, GLE350 4Matic, GLE43 AMG Coupe, GLE450 4Matic, 2016 GLE300d 4Matic, GLE350, GLE350d 4Matic, GLE400 4Matic, GLE550e 4Matic, GLE63 AMG, GLE63 AMG 4Matic, GLE63S AMG 4Matic Coupe, and 2017 GLS63 AMG vehicles manufactured April 23, 2014, to May 10, 2016. The front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) calibration may be incorrect, and as a result, the system can incorrectly classify the occupant as a child seat, deactivating the front passenger air bag.
The risk
If the front passenger air bag does not deploy as necessary in the event of a crash, the front passenger has an increased risk of injury.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, free of charge. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification Air Bags › Frontal |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 16V903000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE43 | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63 | 2017 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz GL350 | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz GL550 | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE300D | 2016 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE350 | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE350D | 2016 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE400 | 2016 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE450 | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE550E | 2016 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE63S | 2016 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V-903?
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 GL350 4Matic Bluetec, GL550 4Matic, GLE350 4Matic, GLE43 AMG Coupe, GLE450 4Matic, 2016 GLE300d 4Matic, GLE350, GLE350d 4Matic, GLE400 4Matic, GLE550e 4Matic, GLE63 AMG, GLE63 AMG 4Matic, GLE63S AMG 4Matic Coupe, and 2017 GLS63 AMG vehicles manufactured April 23, 2014, to May 10, 2016. The front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) calibration may be incorrect, and as a result, the system can incorrectly classify the occupant as a child seat, deactivating the front passenger air bag.
How is recall 16V-903 fixed?
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, free of charge. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.