Recall 18V271000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Report Date
20180427
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Affected Vehicles
3 models

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300 4Matic, E300, E43 AMG, and E400 vehicles. The headlight horizontal adjustment screws on these vehicles may not be properly sealed behind a non-removable sealing cap to keep headlights from being readjusted. 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 Consequence

If the headlight's horizontal aim is altered, a misaimed headlight may lead to an insufficiently illuminated roadway, which may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will retrofit the sealing caps for the headlights, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in June 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018050012.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2017 MERCEDES BENZ AMG E43
2017 MERCEDES BENZ E300
2017 MERCEDES BENZ E400

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.