Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ recall 24V960000 - Critical Fasteners
NHTSA · December 20, 2024
- NHTSA recall campaign 24V960000 (Mercedes-Benz), reported .
- Potentially affected vehicles: 1.
- Component: Critical Fasteners.
- Details as of ; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.
- Agency
- NHTSA
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Source ID
- 24V960000
How this recall compares
- NHTSA's recalls file lists 390 recall campaigns from Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC since 2010, 28 of them reported in 2024.
- At 1 vehicles, it is among the smallest of the 1,073 NHTSA campaigns from 2024 with a count of potentially affected vehicles.
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling a certain 2023 EQS 450+ vehicle. The mounting brackets near the roof may have sharp edges that can damage the side-curtain air bag during deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection," and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Consequence
An air bag that is damaged during deployment can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective action
Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the window airbags, and mounting brackets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 7, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025010005.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | Eqs 450+ | 2023 |
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