NHTSA Recall 24V070000
NHTSA Campaign Id 24V070000; Date: Feb. 2, 2024
incorrectly aimed headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2020 Mercedes-benz Amg Glc43; 2021 Mercedes-benz Amg Glc43; 2022 Mercedes-benz Amg Glc43; 2019 Mercedes-benz GLC300; 2020 Mercedes-benz GLC300; 2021 Mercedes-benz GLC300; 2022 Mercedes-benz GLC300; 2020 Mercedes-benz Glc350e
Component: Exterior Lighting:headlights
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc
Affected Units:: 15,502
Recall Summary:
mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2019-2022 glc 300, 2020 glc 350e, and 2020-2022 amg glc 43 vehicles. the headlights may be incorrectly adjusted too high and create a glare for oncoming traffic. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
How to Fix:
dealers will inspect the headlight adjustment and correct it if necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed march 1, 2024. owners may contact mbusa customer service 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.nhtsa.gov.
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