Occupant classification system
Defect Summary
Mercedes-benz (mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2013 slk250 and slk350 vehicles manufactured october 9, 2012, through november 20, 2012. these vehicles are equipped with an occupant classification system (ocs) that may not correctly differentiate between a child seat or a very light person being in the front passenger seat.
Safety Consequence
If the ocs incorrectly classifies a very light person as being a child seat, in the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, the system would deactivate the passenger airbag, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side seat cushion including the ocs. The recall began on july 26, 2013. owners may contact mercedes at 1-201-573-0600.
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FAQ: Recall 13V236000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V236000?
NHTSA recall 13V236000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on June 4, 2013. It addresses: Occupant classification system. The recall affects approximately 71 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V236000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.