Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 and C300 4MATIC vehicles
— Recall Campaign #18V906000
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 and C300 4MATIC vehicles. The headlights on these 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."
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 2,364 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
18V906000
| Manufacturer: | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 19, 2018 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 18V906000 |
| Units affected: | 2,364 |
- Description:
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 and C300 4MATIC vehicles. The headlights on these 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."
- Consequeces:
- If the low beam headlight is not properly adjusted, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- MBUSA has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the setting of the headlights and adjust them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019020008.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.