Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #16V759000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V759000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2016-2017 gle 300d 4matic, gle 350, gle 350 4matic, and gle 400 4matic vehicles manufactured october 14, 2015, to november 23, 2015 Includes 2,215 affected units, Low-Beam Headlights out of Adjustment/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2016-2017 gle 300d 4matic, gle 350, gle 350 4matic, and gle 400 4matic vehicles manufactured october 14, 2015, to november 23, 2015

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 gle 300d 4matic, gle 350, gle 350 4matic, and gle 400 4matic vehicles manufactured october 14, 2015, to november 23, 2015. the low beam headlights on the affected vehicles may not be properly adjusted. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and assoc. Equipment."

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the headlight adjustment, as necessary, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in november 2016. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V759000
Report Received Date: 2016-10-20T00:00:00
Subject: Low-beam headlights out of adjustment/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 2,215

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2016100003
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 gle 300d 4matic, gle 350, gle 350 4matic, and gle 400 4matic vehicles manufactured october 14, 2015, to november 23, 2015. the low beam headlights on the affected vehicles may not be properly adjusted. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and assoc. Equipment."
Consequence Summary: If the low-beam headlights are out of adjustment, the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the headlight adjustment, as necessary, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in november 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: 93.45

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NHTSA ID: 16V759000
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Created At: 1742808662
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