Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #18V271000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V271000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting 2017 mercedes-benz e300 4matic, e300, e43 amg, and e400 vehicles Includes 42 affected units, Headlight Adjustment not Sealed/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2017 mercedes-benz e300 4matic, e300, e43 amg, and e400 vehicles

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2017 mercedes-benz e300 4matic, e300, e43 amg, and e400 vehicles. the headlight horizontal adjustment screws on these vehicles may not be properly sealed behind a non-removable sealing cap to keep headlights from being readjusted. 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 retrofit the sealing caps for the headlights, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in june 2018. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2018050012.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V271000
Report Received Date: 2018-04-27T00:00:00
Subject: Headlight adjustment not sealed/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 42

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2018050012
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2017 mercedes-benz e300 4matic, e300, e43 amg, and e400 vehicles. the headlight horizontal adjustment screws on these vehicles may not be properly sealed behind a non-removable sealing cap to keep headlights from being readjusted. 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 headlight's horizontal aim is altered, a misaimed headlight may lead to an insufficiently illuminated roadway, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will retrofit the sealing caps for the headlights, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in june 2018. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2018050012.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 73.81

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NHTSA ID: 18V271000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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