Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #15V137000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V137000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2015 cls 400 and cls 400 4matic, 2012-2015 cls 550 and cls 550 4matic, 2012-2013 cls 63, 2014 cls 63, and 2014-2015 cls 63p Includes 30,141 affected units, Rear Side Marker Illumination/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2015 cls 400 and cls 400 4matic, 2012-2015 cls 550 and cls 550 4matic, 2012-2013 cls 63, 2014 cls 63, and 2014-2015 cls 63p
Defect Summary
Mercedes-benz usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2015 cls 400 and cls 400 4matic, 2012-2015 cls 550 and cls 550 4matic, 2012-2013 cls 63, 2014 cls 63, and 2014-2015 cls 63p. the affected vehicles have led tail lights that may not light on the sides, reducing the rear side visibility of the vehicle. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Corrective Action
Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will update the lighting controller software, free of charge. the recall began april 6, 2015. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2015030005.