NHTSA Recall 10V366000
NHTSA Campaign Id 10V366000; Date: Aug. 5, 2010
The signal light's visibility to other motorists may be reduced over time, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2002 Mercedes Benz G500; 2003 Mercedes Benz G500; 2004 Mercedes Benz G500; 2005 Mercedes Benz G500; 2006 Mercedes Benz G500; 2007 Mercedes Benz G500; 2008 Mercedes Benz G500; 2009 Mercedes Benz G500; 2010 Mercedes Benz G500; 2002 Mercedes Benz G55; 2004 Mercedes Benz G55; 2005 Mercedes Benz G55; 2006 Mercedes Benz G55; 2007 Mercedes Benz G55; 2008 Mercedes Benz G55; 2009 Mercedes Benz G55; 2010 Mercedes Benz G55; 2009 Mercedes Benz G550; 2010 Mercedes Benz G550
Component: Exterior Lighting:turn Signal
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc.
Affected Units:: 3,552
Recall Summary:
Mercedes-benz is recalling certain model year 2002-2010 g-class vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. " these vehicles are equipped with a grill cover for front turn signal protection that, while permissible, may impact over time the signal's ability to meet the minimum requirements of fmvss 108.
How to Fix:
Dealers will install improved turn light units optimized for usage with grills. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin at the end of December 2010 or early January 2011. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 17, 2011
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