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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V653000

2018 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 — Exterior lighting: headlights

Published October 18, 2017 · Recall initiated: October 16, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17V653000, published October 18, 2017 and initiated October 16, 2017. Recalling firm: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC; 2018 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 — Exterior lighting: headlights.

What's the hazard

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 GLA250 4Matic vehicles. The low beam headlight settings on these vehicles may deviate from the required specification, reducing the range of light. 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 owns the affected vehicles. Dealers will inspect the headlight adjustment, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 27, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2017100009.

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Recall details

Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Model
GLA 250
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Lot
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA 250
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2018 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 — Exterior lighting: headlights recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V653000 on October 18, 2017. Reported hazard: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 GLA250 4Matic vehicles. The low beam headlight settings on these vehicles may deviate from the required specification, reducing the range of light. 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 owns the affected vehicles. Dealers will inspect the headlight adjustment, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 27, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2017100009.

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

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MERCEDES-BENZ. Model: GLA 250.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)