Certain front air bags may not deploy in a crash
Defect Summary
Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2017 cla250, cla250 4matic, e400 coupe, e400 4matic coupe, e550 coupe, e400 cabriolet, e550 cabriolet, e300, e300 4matic, e400 wagon, gla250, and gla250 4matic vehicles. the pelvis air bag or the front passenger air bag inflator initiator may fail to ignite in the event of a crash.
Safety Consequence
If the pelvis airbag or the front passenger airbag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the occupants have an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag modules, free of charge. the recall began march 2017. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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FAQ: Recall 17V080000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V080000?
NHTSA recall 17V080000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on February 8, 2017. It addresses: Certain front air bags may not deploy in a crash. The recall affects approximately 2,112 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 17V080000 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.