Transport CanadaHigh Risk
2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GL CLASSTransport Canada Recall #2016618
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles, the calibration of the front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) may not detect a small statured seat occupant if the occupant is sitting on the edge of the seat and remains stationary for a long period of time. As a result, the passenger frontal airbag may not deploy in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software of the Occupant Classification System.
5,346 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 2016120003Updated June 10, 2026