Recall 99V-327: 1997 Mercedes Benz SL Class, 1997 Mercedes Benz SL320 and 2 more
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, INC. recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Nov 22, 1999, covering about 4,402 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Corrosion of the electrical ignition filament of the air bag gas generator module can occur if the vehicle is operated in areas of frequently high humidity.
The risk
Corrosion of the ignition filament can result in the driver's air bag being deployed unintentionally.
The fix
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module.
Notes
Owner notification began january 18,2000. 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 1-800-367-6372.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 › Frontal |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V327000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes Benz SL Class | 1997 | All years |
| Mercedes Benz SL320 | 1997 | All years |
| Mercedes Benz SL500 | 1997 | All years |
| Mercedes Benz SL600 | 1997 | 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 99V-327?
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Corrosion of the electrical ignition filament of the air bag gas generator module can occur if the vehicle is operated in areas of frequently high humidity.
How is recall 99V-327 fixed?
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module.
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.