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NHTSA : 12V493000

Campaign Details

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Defect Description

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.

Consequence / Hazard

The higher illumination level may cause glare to oncoming vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Proposed Solution

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.

🚗 Affected Vehicles1

All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.