Air bag control unit may corrode and malfunction
Defect Summary
Mercedes-benz usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 c300 sedan, c300 4matic, c63 amg, and c350 vehicles, and 2010 glk350 and glk350 4matic vehicles. due to a manufacturing error, the air bag control unit may corrode and cause the control unit to malfunction.
Safety Consequence
The malfunctioning air bag control unit may cause the air bags to unexpectedly deploy increasing the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash. alternatively, the air bag control unit malfunction may cause the air bags to not deploy in the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
Corrective Action
Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag control unit and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. mercedes-benz issued an interim notification to owners on december 23, 2015. the recall began on march 14, 2016. Owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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FAQ: Recall 15V711000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V711000?
NHTSA recall 15V711000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on October 27, 2015. It addresses: Air bag control unit may corrode and malfunction. The recall affects approximately 127,504 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V711000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2015110002. 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.