Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #16V760000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V760000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2016-2017 s550 coupe 4matic, s63 amg coupe 4matic, s65 amg coupe and s63 amg convertible 4matic vehicles manufactured september 3, 2015, to february 4, 2016 Includes 996 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 s550 coupe 4matic, s63 amg coupe 4matic, s65 amg coupe and s63 amg convertible 4matic vehicles manufactured september 3, 2015, to february 4, 2016

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 s550 coupe 4matic, s63 amg coupe 4matic, s65 amg coupe and s63 amg convertible 4matic vehicles manufactured september 3, 2015, to february 4, 2016. 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 associated 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: 16V760000
Report Received Date: 2016-10-20T00:00:00
Subject: Low-beam headlights out of adjustment/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 996

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2016100004
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 s550 coupe 4matic, s63 amg coupe 4matic, s65 amg coupe and s63 amg convertible 4matic vehicles manufactured september 3, 2015, to february 4, 2016. 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 associated 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: 92.57

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SID: row-2is5~theh~9dr9
NHTSA ID: 16V760000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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