Air bags: air bag/restraint control moduleRecall 22V-124 · 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 580

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall 22V-124 covers 14 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 580 for a air bags: air bag/restraint control module problem, reported to NHTSA on March 4, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q1) shows 93% of affected vehicles repaired.

93%
Vehicles repaired13 of 14 · 2024 Q1
Vehicles affected141 model
ReportedMar 4, 2022Owners notified Apr 15, 2022
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 22V124000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S580 4Matic vehicles. The air bag control unit may be improperly secured and may result in an unintentional air bag or seat belt deployment, or an improper deployment in the event of a crash.

The risk

Unintentional or improper deployment of air bags and/or seat belts can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will inspect and tighten the air bag control unit fastening nuts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-637-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022030024.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

93%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2022 Q22024 Q1
1 model

Vehicles in this recall