Exterior lighting: headlightsRecall 22V-261 · Mercedes-Benz vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall 22V-261 covers 129 Mercedes-Benz vehicles for a exterior lighting: headlights problem, reported to NHTSA on April 15, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q1) shows 98% of affected vehicles repaired.

98%
Vehicles repaired126 of 129 · 2024 Q1
Vehicles affected1294 models
ReportedApr 15, 2022Owners notified Jun 3, 2022
Complaints since15Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 22V261000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLC 300, GLC 300 4Matic, AMG GLC 63 4Matic, AMG GLC 63 S 4Matic, and AMG GLC 43 4Matic vehicles. The electrical connection for the headlights may not be watertight, which can result in headlight failure.

The risk

Headlight failure can decrease visibility for both the driver and surrounding traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the headlight sealing plugs, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022050005.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

98%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2022 Q22024 Q1