MERCEDES-BENZ 2012: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2012 E350 and E550 Coupe vehicles, manufactured April 2, 2012, through June 29, 2012. Improper stitching of the right side window cu…

Recall #: 12V492000

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Mercedes-benz recalled Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2012 E350 and E550 Coupe vehicles, manufact….

MERCEDES-BENZ 2012: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW was recalled by Mercedes-benz in October 9, 2012. Reason: Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2012 E350 and E550 Coupe vehicles, manufactured April 2, 2012, …. Remedy: Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right side window curtain …. Verify recall #12V492000 with the NHTSA before acting.

The recall

Mercedes-benz issued this NHTSA recall-Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2012 E350 and E550 Coupe vehicles, manufactured April 2, 2012, ….

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agency class: October 9, 2012
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Sourced from official NHTSA enforcement records. Verify recall #12V492000 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

The number of affected units is not disclosed in the agency filing, which is common for drug and food recalls where lot-level tracking supersedes unit counts. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

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Product description

Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2012 E350 and E550 Coupe vehicles, manufactured April 2, 2012, through June 29, 2012. Improper stitching of the right side window curtain air bag may cause it to not deploy as intended in the affected vehicles.

Reason for recall

Hazard

In the event of an accident necessitating the deployment of the right window curtain air bag, the improper stitching may cause it to deflate more quickly than intended, reducing the protection it may provide, resulting in an increased risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

Remedy, what to do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right side window curtain air bag. The recall began on December 21, 2012. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the NHTSA recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	12V492000
Date reported	October 9, 2012
Date initiated	October 9, 2012
Recalling firm	Mercedes-benz
Affected scope	Not disclosed
Distribution	United States
Official source	NHTSA notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official NHTSA enforcement record. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

What to do with this recall

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right side window curtain air bag. The recall began on December 21…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

What should consumers do? ▼

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right side window curtain air bag. The recall began on December 21, 2012. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the NHTSA on October 9, 2012. NHTSA does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 12V492000.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: United States.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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