2015 Mercedes-Benz SLK300, SL63, SL550 and more recall: Exterior lighting: headlights
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 16V439000
- Reported
- June 15, 2016
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Part
- Exterior lighting: headlights
- Vehicles affected
- About 100
What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 SLK300, SLK350, SL400, SL550, and SL63 AMG vehicles manufactured from June 29, 2015, through July 13, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with low-beam headlights that may have been aimed incorrectly during vehicle production. 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."
Safety risk
Improperly adjusted low-beam headlights may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary adjust the headlamps, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Mercedes-Benz SL400 (2015); Mercedes-Benz SL550 (2015); Mercedes-Benz SL63 (2015); Mercedes-Benz SLK300 (2015); Mercedes-Benz SLK350 (2015). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Improperly adjusted low-beam headlights may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary adjust the headlamps, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.