The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling a 2019 S450 vehicle. The A, B, and C pillar covers may have been improperly installed, possibly affecting the deployment of the side curtain air bags and allowing the covers to detach in the event of a crash.
The risk
If a side curtain air bag does not deploy as intended, or the pillar covers detach during a crash, there is an increased risk of injury.
The fix
MBUSA will notify the owner, and a dealer will inspect the pillar covers, reinstalling them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 13, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019080006.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 19V-584 (19V584000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 2019080006 |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
| Component | Structure › Body › Roof and pillars |
| Report date | August 9, 2019 |
| Owners notified | September 13, 2019 |
| Vehicles affected | 1 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 19V-584 repair free?
Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: MBUSA will notify the owner, and a dealer will inspect the pillar covers, reinstalling them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 13, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.