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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V179000

2016 Smart Fortwo Coupe — Exterior lighting: headlights

Published March 17, 2017 · Recall initiated: March 16, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17V179000, published March 17, 2017 and initiated March 16, 2017. Recalling firm: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC; 2016 Smart Fortwo Coupe — Exterior lighting: headlights.

What's the hazard

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 Smart Fortwo vehicles. The horizontal headlight adjustment mechanism on these vehicles may not have been properly sealed off to prevent future adjustment. 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.

What to do

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct sealing caps to prevent the headlights from being adjusted horizontally, free of charge. The recall began September 8, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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Recall details

Brand
SMART
Model
FORTWO COUPE
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Lot
2016 SMART FORTWO COUPE
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2016 Smart Fortwo Coupe — Exterior lighting: headlights recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V179000 on March 17, 2017. Reported hazard: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 Smart Fortwo vehicles. The horizontal headlight adjustment mechanism on these vehicles may not have been properly sealed off to prevent future adjustment. 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct sealing caps to prevent the headlights from being adjusted horizontally, free of charge. The recall began September 8, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SMART. Model: FORTWO COUPE.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)