The New York Times' automotive blog, Wheels, recently reported that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating the possibility that faulty wiring harnesses could keep the driver's-side airbag from deploying on 2005-2006 model-year Mercedes-Benz E-Class automobiles. The story says the investigation covers approximately 100,000 vehicles.
See related story: Defective airbag wiring harness spurs Nissan Infiniti recall
"The investigation began after four complaints from owners of 'wiring harness failures' on the steering column," Wheels reported. It added that it's possible the harnesses are too short for the model's fully extended telescoping steering wheel.
