Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #05V505000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 05V505000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Includes 69,278 affected units, REAR LAMP MODULES, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles, failure of one of the side brake lights can occur. The base of the socket can be subject to thermal deformation over time.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the rear lamp modules. the recall began on september 12, 2006, to approximately 8,200 owners. phase ii mailing is schedule on or about november 3, 2006, and phase iii mailing is schedule for january 2007 for the remaining owners. owners of vehicles with the updated trim (post-face lift) will get an interim notice during november 2006, asking them to schedule an appointment for rear tail lamp replacement later in 2007. however, if they experience an actual rear lamp failure before they receive that notice, they should come to their dealer immediately for a free repair. owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 05V505000

Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 2005-11-01T00:00:00

Subject: Rear lamp modules

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 69,278

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2006080005

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain passenger vehicles, failure of one of the side brake lights can occur. The base of the socket can be subject to thermal deformation over time.

Consequence Summary: This deformation can cause movement in the socket-to-bulb connection, which could lead to a loosening of the electrical contacts in the socket, and failure of the bulb to illuminate.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the rear lamp modules. the recall began on september 12, 2006, to approximately 8,200 owners. phase ii mailing is schedule on or about november 3, 2006, and phase iii mailing is schedule for january 2007 for the remaining owners. owners of vehicles with the updated trim (post-face lift) will get an interim notice during november 2006, asking them to schedule an appointment for rear tail lamp replacement later in 2007. however, if they experience an actual rear lamp failure before they receive that notice, they should come to their dealer immediately for a free repair. owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-pbqi_avyp-igz3

NHTSA ID: 05V505000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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