Recall 19V571 affects 457 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz SL vehicles for an improperly sewn passenger air bag. Repair is free at any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 457 2018-2019 Sl 550, Sl 450, AMG SL65, and AMG SL63 vehicles because the front passenger air bag was sewn incorrectly, allowing its seam to tear during deployment. A torn air bag can reduce protection and increase injury risk, and Mercedes-Benz dealers will replace the passenger air bag module free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front passenger air bag in 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sl 550, Sl 450, AMG SL65, and AMG SL63 vehicles is the cushion built into the passenger-side restraint system. In a crash that triggers deployment, it inflates in front of the passenger and helps manage the force of the impact.
On affected vehicles, a supplier production error left material in a certain batch sewn outside the production specification. During deployment, that sewn joint can tear as the bag fills. Mercedes-Benz and its supplier reported that testing did not show impaired occupant protection, but the air bag is still different from the part Mercedes-Benz intended to install.
Mercedes-Benz's filing says owners receive an advance warning when this failure occurs, but it does not identify a specific light, sound, or other sign to watch for before deployment. Before a crash, an owner is unlikely to spot this defect during normal driving.
Who's affected?
The included SL variants span 2018 and 2019, with Sl 450 and Sl 550 listed alongside AMG SL63 and AMG SL65 for the same front air bag component.
| 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sl 550 | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sl 450 | front air bag |
| 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sl 450 | front air bag |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sl 550 | front air bag |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL65 | front air bag |
| 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL63 | front air bag |
| Units affected | 457 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
A tear in the passenger air bag can reduce air bag performance and increase the risk of injury. If an air bag warning appears, treat it as a reason to call a Mercedes-Benz dealer and schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sl 550, Sl 450, AMG SL65, or AMG SL63 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer to schedule the free passenger air bag replacement that corrects the improper stitching.
- Bring the recall notice if Mercedes-Benz mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V571 when you call.
- Ask the dealer about front-passenger seating guidance until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Mercedes-Benz technician replaces the passenger air bag covered by recall 19V571. The recall repair is available now, and the replacement parts and labor are free. If you already paid out of pocket for a passenger air bag related repair before the recall notice, Mercedes-Benz's standard reimbursement plan handles documented expenses. Bring repair paperwork to the service desk and ask how to submit it under the plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 2, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 9, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| August 9, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 13, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 13, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V571?
Recall 19V571 covers 457 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sl 550, Sl 450, AMG SL65, and AMG SL63 vehicles with a front passenger air bag that was improperly sewn. During deployment, the air bag can tear and reduce passenger protection. Mercedes-Benz dealers will replace the passenger air bag for free.
What should I do if my 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sl 550, Sl 450, AMG SL65, or AMG SL63 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V571. If it is, contact a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer to schedule the passenger air bag replacement. Reference recall number 19V571 or Mercedes-Benz recall number 2019100016 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Mercedes-Benz will replace the passenger air bag free of charge at a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced front passenger air bag protection in a crash. NHTSA states that a tear in the air bag can decrease performance and increase the risk of injury. If your VIN is included, schedule the free passenger air bag replacement.
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 Sl 550, Sl 450, AMG SL65, or AMG SL63 is included, then call a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer for the free repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V571000 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz customer service | 1-800-367-6372 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V571 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V571000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- 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 24, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →