NHTSA Recall 12V493000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V493000; Date: Oct. 10, 2012
The higher illumination level may cause glare to oncoming vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 Mercedes Benz GLK350
Component: Exterior Lighting
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc.
Affected Units:: 218
Recall Summary:
Mercedes-benz USA, LLC (Mercedes Benz) is recalling certain model year 2013 glk350 and glk350 4-matic vehicles, manufactured from may 31, 2012, through August 2, 2012, for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. " the affected vehicles have voltage in the parking lamp circuit that exceeds the maximum value listed.
How to Fix:
Mercedes benz will notify owners, and dealers will update the software calibration number (scn) of the subject electronic control unit. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 12, 2014
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