MERCEDES BENZ GLK350 2013: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 12V493000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| MERCEDES BENZ | GLK350 | 2013 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2014-09-12 | 2012-10-10 | 2012-10-10 |
Production Dates: 2012-05-31 - 2012-08-02
Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 218
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 108
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC "Mercedes Benz" is recalling certain model year 2013 GLK350 and GLK350 4-Matic vehicles, manufactured from May 31, 2012, through August 2, 2012, for failing to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard "FMVSS" No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." The affected vehicles have voltage in the parking lamp circuit that exceeds the maximum value listed.
The higher illumination level may cause glare to oncoming vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Mercedes Benz will notify owners, and dealers will update the software calibration number "SCN" of the subject electronic control unit. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
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.
