Recall 19V-892: 2017–2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45, 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 and 1 more

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Dec 16, 2019, covering about 129 vehicles.

NHTSA number
19V-892
Report date
Dec 16, 2019
Vehicles affected
129
Owners notified
Jul 31, 2020

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2018 CLA250 and CLA250 4MATIC, and 2017-2018 CLA45 AMG vehicles. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) may have been improperly calibrated, which may prevent the proper deployment of the front passenger air bag.

The risk

In the event of a crash, if the air bag does not deploy as designed, the front seat passenger has an increased risk of an injury.

The fix

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger seat cushion, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060012.

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

ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
ComponentAir Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number19V892000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA452017, 2018All years
Mercedes-Benz CLA 2502018All years
Mercedes-Benz CLA2502015, 2016, 2017All 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 19V-892?

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2018 CLA250 and CLA250 4MATIC, and 2017-2018 CLA45 AMG vehicles. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) may have been improperly calibrated, which may prevent the proper deployment of the front passenger air bag.

How is recall 19V-892 fixed?

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger seat cushion, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060012.

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.