Exterior lighting: headlightsRecall 25V-511 · Mercedes-Benz vehicles
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall 25V-511 covers 136 Mercedes-Benz vehicles for a exterior lighting: headlights problem, reported to NHTSA on August 8, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 85% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V511000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 AMG GLA 35 4MATIC, GLA 250 4MATIC, and GLA 250 vehicles. The front headlights may have missing headlight aim markings, which can result in improperly aimed headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
Incorrectly aimed headlights can reduce driver visibility or create a glare for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the headlights as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 3, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025090005.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
85%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from October 17, 2023 to January 26, 2024. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.