Child seat may not deactivate passenger air bag
Defect Summary
Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2018 mercedes-benz cla250, cla250 4matic, and cla45 amg 4matic vehicles. the occupant classification system (ocs) may not be properly calibrated, resulting in the front passenger air bag not being deactivated if a child seat is in the front seat.
Safety Consequence
If a child seat is in the front seat and the passenger air bag is not deactivated, in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion, free of charge. the recall began january 2, 2019. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2018120001.
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FAQ: Recall 18V514000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V514000?
NHTSA recall 18V514000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on August 3, 2018. It addresses: Child seat may not deactivate passenger air bag. The recall affects approximately 86 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 18V514000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2018120001. 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.