Recall 98V-256: 1999 Mercedes Benz E Class
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, INC. recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Oct 14, 1998, covering about 4,163 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A wrong clamp may have been installed on the window air bag units.
The risk
The window air bag may not fully deploy in a side-impact collision, increasing the risk of injury to the vehicle occupant.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the window air bag units and, if the wrong or incorrectly installed clamp is found, the entire unit will be replaced.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin november 20, 1998.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-for-mercedes (1-800-367-6372). Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags › Side/Window Air Bags › Frontal |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 98V256000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes Benz E Class | 1999 | All 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 98V-256?
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A wrong clamp may have been installed on the window air bag units.
How is recall 98V-256 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the window air bag units and, if the wrong or incorrectly installed clamp is found, the entire unit will be replaced.
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.