Recall 18V208 covers 57 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT and GLC models for defective driver air bag inflators. Repair is free at any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 57 2018 Glc 350 E, Glc 300, AMG GLC43, AMG GT, and AMG GT C vehicles because defective steel in the driver-side air bag inflator housing can keep the air bag from inflating properly or let the inflator rupture during deployment. In a crash, that failure can send sharp metal fragments toward the driver or occupants and result in serious injury or death; Mercedes-Benz dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The driver side frontal air bag inflator module is the part inside the steering wheel air bag that fills the bag during a crash. In the 2018 Mercedes-Benz Glc 350 E, Glc 300, AMG GLC43, AMG GT, and AMG GT C, that inflator depends on a steel housing that contains the pressure while the air bag deploys.
On affected vehicles, the housing for the driver side inflator was built with defective steel from a supplier production batch. That steel can fail when the inflator fires. Instead of containing the deployment pressure cleanly, the housing can rupture, which can keep the driver side air bag from inflating properly during a crash.
There is no warning sign before failure. A dashboard air bag light, noise, or change in driving feel is not listed as an advance warning, so this problem is tied to the inflator batch, not a symptom the owner can hear or feel.
Who's affected?
Covers five 2018 model lines, all tied to the same driver-side front air bag inflator module.
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz Glc 350 E | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 | front air bag |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 | front air bag |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT | front air bag |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT C | front air bag |
| Units affected | 57 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
In a crash with driver air bag deployment, the driver air bag can inflate incorrectly or the inflator can rupture and send sharp metal fragments into the cabin. There is no warning sign before this failure, so schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Mercedes-Benz Glc 350 E, Glc 300, AMG GLC43, AMG GT, or AMG GT C is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer to schedule the free front driver air bag module replacement that fixes the defective driver air bag inflator housing.
- Reference recall number 18V208 when you call, and bring the recall notice if Mercedes-Benz mailed one.
- Ask Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372 if the dealer cannot confirm the recall or parts status.
- Keep the repair appointment; the driver air bag inflator defect creates serious injury risk if the air bag deploys in a crash.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Mercedes-Benz technician replaces the front driver air bag module. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. If you've already paid out of pocket for a related driver air bag repair before the recall notice, Mercedes-Benz uses its standard reimbursement plan for documented expenses. Bring prior repair paperwork to the service desk so the dealer can explain the claim process.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 29, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 6, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| May 23, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 29, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| September 28, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V208?
Recall 18V208 covers 57 2018 Mercedes-Benz Glc 350 E, Glc 300, AMG GLC43, AMG GT, and AMG GT C vehicles with defective steel in the driver air bag inflator housing. Mercedes-Benz dealers will replace the front driver air bag module for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Mercedes-Benz Glc 350 E, Glc 300, AMG GLC43, AMG GT, or AMG GT C is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 18V208. If it is, contact a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer to schedule replacement of the front driver air bag module. Reference recall number 18V208 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Mercedes-Benz dealers will replace the front driver air bag module free of charge, regardless of where you bought the vehicle.
What is the safety risk in recall 18V208?
The safety risk is tied to driver air bag deployment in a crash. Defective steel in the inflator housing can cause the driver air bag to inflate incorrectly or rupture, sending sharp metal fragments toward the driver or occupants and increasing the risk of serious injury or death.
What if I bought this Mercedes-Benz used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2018 Mercedes-Benz is included, then contact a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer or Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V208000 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz customer service | 1-800-367-6372 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V208 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V208000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →