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SLK 200, SLK 250, SLK 250 CDI, SLK 350, SLK 55 AMG, SL 350, SL 500, SL 63 AMG, SL 65 AMG

Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk

SLK 200, SLK 250, SLK 250 CDI, SLK 350, SLK 55 AMG, SL 350, SL 500, SL 63 AMG, SL 65 AMG was recalled on 8 August 2014 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1218/14. Injuries risk reported by Germany. The passenger front airbag module was not fitted properly and parts of it may come loose in the event that it is deployed.

Alert NumberA12/1218/14
BrandMercedes-Benz
CategoryMotor vehicles
Risk TypeInjuries
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginGermany
Model NumberType: R 172 AMG, EC No: e1*2007/46*0857*02 , Type: R 172, EC No: e1*2007/46*0548*08 , Type: R 231 AMG, EC No: e1*2001/116*0248*07 , Type: R 231, EC No: e1*98/14*0169*20
Published8 August 2014

Risk Description

The passenger front airbag module was not fitted properly and parts of it may come loose in the event that it is deployed.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Passenger car

⚠️ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a injuries hazard related to SLK 200, SLK 250, SLK 250 CDI, SLK 350, SLK 55 AMG, SL 350, SL 500, SL 63 AMG, SL 65 AMG.

About this risk

This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.

Who is at risk?

All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.

View on EU Safety Gate →

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