REC-004958

active

2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC, E and EQC

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: MERCEDES-BENZ AUSTRALIA/PACIFIC PTY LTD

Recall date: 20 September 2021

Defect

The electrical connectors of the side crash sensors may not meet manufacturing specifications. These sensors are used to determine when to deploy the airbags in the event of an accident. If the sensors do not operate as designed, it may result in a delay in the operation of the airbags.

Hazard

In the event of an accident, a delayed operation of the airbags increases the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Mercedes-Benz and are asked to arrange with their nearest authorised Mercedes-Benz dealership to have the work carried out as soon as possible.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — MERCEDES-BENZ AUSTRALIA/PACIFIC PTY LTD — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-004958