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Mercedes-Benz recall — Air Bag/Restraint Control Module
NHTSA · February 6, 2026
- NHTSA recall campaign 26V070000 (Mercedes-Benz), reported .
- Potentially affected vehicles: 52,360.
- Component: Air Bag/Restraint Control Module.
- Details as of ; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.
- Agency
- NHTSA
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC
- Source ID
- 26V070000
Defect
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2020 and 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris right-hand-drive vehicles. Water may accumulate on the air bag control unit, which can cause the air bags not to deploy as intended.
Consequence
An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective action
Dealers will install a cover on the air bag control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning April 10, 2026. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2KORSRS. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 13, 2026.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | Metris | 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz | Metris | 2022 |
| Mercedes-Benz | Metris | 2023 |
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