Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #21V056000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V056000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting 2020 gle350 and gle450 vehicles Includes 8,199 affected units, Reverse Light Remains Illuminated/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2020 gle350 and gle450 vehicles

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2020 gle350 and gle450 vehicles. the lighting control unit may malfunction and cause the left exterior reverse light to remain illuminated after the transmission is shifted into a different gear. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lighting control unit, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed june 10, 2022. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2022050004.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V056000
Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2021-02-05T00:00:00
Subject: Reverse light remains illuminated/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 8,199

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2022050004
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2020 gle350 and gle450 vehicles. the lighting control unit may malfunction and cause the left exterior reverse light to remain illuminated after the transmission is shifted into a different gear. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence Summary: If the reverse light remains illuminated in a gear other than reverse, it may cause confusion about the driver's intention to other motorists, and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lighting control unit, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed june 10, 2022. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2022050004.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 88.21

Metadata

SID: row-wdx8_mtb5~m3v6
NHTSA ID: 21V056000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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