MERCEDES BENZ AMG GLC43 2021: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 22V261000

Make Model Year
MERCEDES BENZ AMG GLC43 2021
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2022-06-03 2022-04-15 2022-04-18

Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2022050005

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 129

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC "MBUSA" is recalling certain 2021 GLC 300, GLC 300 4Matic, AMG GLC 63 4Matic, AMG GLC 63 S 4Matic, and AMG GLC 43 4Matic vehicles. The electrical connection for the headlights may not be watertight, which can result in headlight failure.

Consequence

Headlight failure can decrease visibility for both the driver and surrounding traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the headlight sealing plugs, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022050005.

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.nhtsa.gov.