Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #14V177000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V177000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2008-2011 c300, c300 4matic, c350, and c63 amg vehicles manufactured january 26, 2007, through july 13, 2011 Includes 252,867 affected units, Tail Lamp Dimming or Failure, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2008-2011 c300, c300 4matic, c350, and c63 amg vehicles manufactured january 26, 2007, through july 13, 2011

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 c300, c300 4matic, c350, and c63 amg vehicles manufactured january 26, 2007, through july 13, 2011. in the affected vehicles, a poor electrical ground connection may result in the dimming or failure of the tail lights.

Corrective Action

Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bulb holders if not previously updated and replace any corroded connectors, free of charge. The recall began on august, 18, 2014. owners may contact mercedes at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V177000

Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 2014-04-11T00:00:00

Subject: Tail lamp dimming or failure

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 252,867

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 c300, c300 4matic, c350, and c63 amg vehicles manufactured january 26, 2007, through july 13, 2011. in the affected vehicles, a poor electrical ground connection may result in the dimming or failure of the tail lights.

Consequence Summary: Dimming or failure of the tail lights reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions of stopping or turning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bulb holders if not previously updated and replace any corroded connectors, free of charge. The recall began on august, 18, 2014. owners may contact mercedes at 1-800-367-6372.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 67.28

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