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Recall 18V-906

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recalled the 2018 Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC and 1 other model: Exterior lighting (headlights).

At a glance

Campaign number
18V-906
Reported
December 19, 2018
Vehicles affected
2,364 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 and C300 4MATIC vehicles. The headlights on these vehicles may not be properly adjusted. 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."

The risk

If the low beam headlight is not properly adjusted, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

MBUSA has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the setting of the headlights and adjust them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-[removed]. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019020008.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles