Mercedes-benz/window air bag
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. a wrong clamp may have been installed on the window air bag units.
Safety Consequence
The window air bag may not fully deploy in a side-impact collision, increasing the risk of injury to the vehicle occupant.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the window air bag units and, if the wrong or incorrectly installed clamp is found, the entire unit will be replaced.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc or involving Air Bags.
FAQ: Recall 98V256000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 98V256000?
NHTSA recall 98V256000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on October 14, 1998. It addresses: Mercedes-benz/window air bag. The recall affects approximately 4,163 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 98V256000 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.