Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #16V439000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V439000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2016 slk300, slk350, sl400, sl550, and sl63 amg vehicles manufactured from june 29, 2015, through july 13, 2015 Includes 100 affected units, Low-Beam Headlights Adjusted Incorrectly/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2016 slk300, slk350, sl400, sl550, and sl63 amg vehicles manufactured from june 29, 2015, through july 13, 2015

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2016 slk300, slk350, sl400, sl550, and sl63 amg vehicles manufactured from june 29, 2015, through july 13, 2015. the affected vehicles are equipped with low-beam headlights that may have been aimed incorrectly during vehicle production. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary adjust the headlamps, free of charge. the recall began on july 22, 2016. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V439000
Report Received Date: 2016-06-15T00:00:00
Subject: Low-beam headlights adjusted incorrectly/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 100

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2016 slk300, slk350, sl400, sl550, and sl63 amg vehicles manufactured from june 29, 2015, through july 13, 2015. the affected vehicles are equipped with low-beam headlights that may have been aimed incorrectly during vehicle production. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence Summary: Improperly adjusted low-beam headlights may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary adjust the headlamps, free of charge. the recall began on july 22, 2016. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 91

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NHTSA ID: 16V439000
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