Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2019 A 220 Models for Rearview Camera Software Delay
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2019 A 220 and A 220 4MATIC vehicles because rearview camera software may delay image display, increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (increased crash risk due to reduced visibility) where no specific injuries or fatalities have been reported in the source text, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.
Plain-English summary
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. is recalling certain 2019 A 220 and A 220 4MATIC vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the rearview camera software that may cause a delay in displaying the rearview camera image under certain operating conditions. This issue causes the vehicles to fail to comply with Federal Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
A delayed rearview camera display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the car, which increases the risk of a crash. The recall began on April 8, 2020.
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will update the rearview camera software free of charge. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020030018. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov.
The recalled product
- Product
- MERCEDES-BENZ A 220
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
- Category
- Vehicle — Passenger Vehicle
- Affected units
- 22
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- A 220
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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