OECDReference EN/AU/PS1123181
Mercedes-Benz 639 Vito vans MY2003-2006 with Takata SDI driver airbag
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Identification
Product identification
- Product
- Mercedes-Benz 639 Vito vans MY2003-2006 with Takata SDI driver airbag
- Category
- Compulsory recall
- Model
- 639 Vito vans MY2003-2006
Official information
Risk and measures
- Risk or hazard
- Faulty Takata airbag inflators are subject to a compulsory recall . Airbag inflator: As the airbag gets older, a combination of high temperatures and humidity can cause the airbag inflator propellant to degrade. If an affected vehicle is involved in a collision triggering the airbag, or if the airbag mis-deploys, the metal inflator housing may explode/rupture under too much internal pressure. If the faulty airbag inflator ruptures, it can go off with too much explosive force causing sharp metal fragments to shoot out and kill or seriously injure people in the vehicle. There have been serious injuries and deaths caused by faulty Takata airbags.
- Recommendations
- Check the attached Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list to see if your vehicle is affected. Do not drive your vehicle under any circumstances if your vehicle is affected. Immediately contact your preferred authorised Mercedes-Benz retailer to schedule an appointment to have the airbag checked and replaced if required. Your Mercedes-Benz retailer will work with you to offer flexible mobility options which may include, towing, taxi/rideshare or onsite mobile inspections, where possible. The airbag replacement and preferred mobility options are free of charge . You can find your preferred Mercedes-Benz retailer contact details at: www.mercedes-benz.com.au/vans/content-pool/applications/dealer-locator.html . Call Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Centre on 1300 762 718 between 9:00am and 5:00pm Australian Eastern Standard Time, Monday to Friday or visit www.mercedes-benz.com.au for more information about the recall. Email takata_au@mercedes-benz.com .
Official information
Economic operators
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd
Territory
Geography
- Origin
- Spain
- Distribution
- Retirada en Australia
- Country of recall
- Australia
Provenance and context
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