Defect Description For Recall
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc (Mercedes) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2008-2011 C300, C300 4Matic, C350, And C63 AMG Vehicles Manufactured January 26, 2007, Through July 13, 2011. In The Affected Vehicles, A Poor Electrical Ground ConneCTIon May Result In The Dimming Or Failure Of The Tail Lights.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
C63
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
14V177000
Component Description
Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights
Effect Of Defect
Dimming Or Failure Of The Tail Lights Reduces The Ability To Warn Other Motorists Of The Driver’S Intentions Of Stopping Or Turning, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Mercedes Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Bulb Holders If Not Previously Updated And Replace Any Corroded Connectors, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On August, 18, 2014. Owners May Contact Mercedes At 1-800-367-6372.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.
Start Of Manufacture
20070126
End Of Manufacture
20110713
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
252867
Date Owners Notified
20140818
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
20140411