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Recall 18V-911

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recalled the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 and 1 other model: Exterior lighting (headlights).

At a glance

Campaign number
18V-911
Reported
December 19, 2018
Vehicles affected
104 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 CLS450, CLS450 4MATIC, and CLS53 AMG vehicles. The horizontal adjustment screw may not be effectively sealed, allowing the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, & Associated Equipment."

The risk

If the headlights are 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 horizontal headlight adjustment screws, sealing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-[removed]. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019020007.

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