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European Union A12/00971/22

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

2006–2015 · Passenger van / Light commercial vehicle · July 8, 2022

The problem

A chemical change in the active substance in the front airbag gas generator can cause an increase in the internal pressure. In the event of an accident, the gas generator may burst and injure the occupants of the vehicle with metal fragments. Furthermore, the airbag will not unfold and protect properly in this situation.

The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Risk

Serious risk · Injuries · Bulgaria

What owners should do

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Importer. Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users. Date of entry into force: Unknown Manufacturer code 9192152.

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