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Automotive · Australia · 2024-07-05

Mercedes-Benz C Class seat back rest may damage airbag wiring harnesses

Country	Australia
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-07-05
Manufacturer	MERCEDES-BENZ AUSTRALIA/PACIFIC PTY LTD
Models affected	Model 206 C Class with code 555
Model year	2023
Units affected	60
Defect	Due to operation of the seat back rest, the driver and passenger side air bag wiring harnesses may become damaged over time caused by seat adjustment. This could impair the deployment of the side airbag installed in the seats. In the event of an accident, an airbag not deploying as intended could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants.
Remedy	Owners of affected vehicles can contact their most convenient Mercedes-Benz dealership to have the work carried out as soon as possible, free of charge._x000D_ A full list of authorised dealerships can be found at www.mercedes-benz.com.au_x000D_ Alternatively, please use the Mercedes-Benz online booking service._x000D_ www.mercedes-benz.com.au/servicebooking
Recall number	REC-006007
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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