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Passenger car, van Viano, Vito Mercedes-Benz
Official notice
17 Feb 2012
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17 Feb 2012
An official EU Safety Gate notice concerns Passenger car, van Viano, Vito Mercedes-Benz. Null In the event of an accident releasing the window airbag, the rebound strap can come loose from the A-pillar covering. As a result, the A-pillar cover can move into the potential forward displacement area of the passenger, increasing the risk of injury. Published 2012-02-17.
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The source does not provide specific consumer instructions. Follow the official EU Safety Gate notice for next steps.
Recall number
0271/12
Official notice
2012-02-17
The hazard
The hazard
Null In the event of an accident releasing the window airbag, the rebound strap can come loose from the A-pillar covering. As a result, the A-pillar cover can move into the potential forward displacement area of the passenger, increasing the risk of injury.
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