Defect Description For Recall
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc (Mbusa) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2015 C300 And C400 Vehicles Manufactured From June 18, 2014, Through September 5, 2014, That Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number 108, “Lamps, RefleCTIve Devices, And Associated Equipment.” The Affected Vehicles Were Assembled With Horizontal Adjustment Mechanisms That Allow The Owner To Change The Horizontal Adjustment Used During The Manufacturing Process, Instead Of The Proper Sealing Caps.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
C400
Year
2015
Recall Campaign Number
15V087000
Component Description
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
Effect Of Defect
If The Original Horizontal Adjustment Is Used To Alter The Low Beam Aim, The Misaimed Headlamp May Not Properly Illuminated The Road Or Cause Increased Glare To Oncoming Drivers, Which Increases The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Mercedes-Benz Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Horizontal Adjustment Mechanisms On The Headlamps With Sealing Caps On The Affected Vehicles. The Recall Began May 23, 2016. Owners May Contact Mercedes At 1-800-367-6372.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.
Start Of Manufacture
20140618
End Of Manufacture
20140905
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
9137
Date Owners Notified
20160513
Initiated By
Ovsc
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
20150211
Make Campaign Number
2015020003
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
108