Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Recall R/2017/199: Window Airbags May Fail To Deploy As Intended, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 1 Aug 2017
- Launched
- 39
- vehicles in the UK
- SRPC1723
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mercedes-Benz recalled AMG GT vehicles built between 5 April 2017 and 12 June 2017. The left and right airbag actuation has been swapped due to an incorrect connector assignment on the wiring harness. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and correct the pin assignment on the airbag control plug. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The left and right airbag actuation has been swapped due to an incorrect connector assignment on the wiring harness. In a collision where the airbags are required to deploy the incorrect airbag could be deployed with the protective affect not being ensured.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: WINDOW AIRBAGS MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY AS INTENDED Defect: The left and right airbag actuation has been swapped due to an incorrect connector assignment on the wiring harness. In a collision where the airbags are required to deploy the incorrect airbag could be deployed with the protective affect not being ensured. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and correct the pin assignment on the airbag control plug.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: window airbags may fail to deploy as intended.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and correct the pin assignment on the airbag control plug.
Are You Affected?
AMG GT built between 5 April 2017 and 12 June 2017 may be included. Mercedes-Benz estimates 39 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Mercedes-Benz, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mercedes-Benz.
- Book with any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer, quoting the campaign code SRPC1723 or the DVSA reference R/2017/199. See how to get a Mercedes-Benz recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMG GT, GLC, S Class, SLProcessor Starter/Generator | Urgent | R/2025/124 | |
| AMG GT, CLS, E ClassTightness of transmission wiring harness connector | Low | R/2024/307 | |
| AMG GT, CLS, E ClassTightness of transmission wiring harness connector | Low | R/2024/305 | |
| AMG GT, C Class, CLE, E Class and 5 moreSystem protection | Low | R/2024/130 | |
| AMG GT, C Class, CLS, E Class and 5 moreOn affected vehicles the fuel pump impeller might not meet specifications and may deform | Urgent | R/2023/223 |
This is one of 833 Mercedes-Benz recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mercedes-Benz recall launched before it was R/2017/233 on 21 Jul 2017, for some occupant safety systems may malfunction in the event of a collision. The one launched after it was R/2017/217 on 9 Aug 2017, for rear spring seat bases may fail. You can also see every Mercedes-Benz recall, all recalls launched in 2017 and airbag recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2017/199, launched 1 August 2017. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.