The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Corrosion of the electrical ignition filament of the air bag gas generator module can occur if the vehicle is operated in areas of frequently high humidity.
The risk
Corrosion of the ignition filament can result in the driver's air bag being deployed unintentionally.
The fix
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-327 (99V327000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal |
| Report date | November 22, 1999 |
| Owners notified | January 18, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 4,402 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Plus 2 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-327 repair free?
Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 4,402 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.