Mercedes-benz Amg GT recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 15, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalls 2018 Mercedes-benz Amg GT, Amg GT C

Recall number

18V724000

Brand / firm

Mercedes-benz

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2 units

Why it was recalled

If the air bags do not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Cabrio and AMG GT-C Cabrio vehicles. Due to a software incompatibility, in the event of a low speed crash, both stages of the frontal air bags may deploy instead of only the first-stage deploying as intended.

What to do

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018100008.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.