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šŸ’„ Crash riskNHTSA 22V261šŸ“… Apr 18, 2022

2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 & 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 + 2 more recall: lights

āš ļø What's wrong

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.

šŸ’„ The risk

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

šŸ”§ 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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
22V261000
Manufacturer recall #
2022050005
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Vehicles affected
129
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Owner phone
1-800-367-6372
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jun 3, 2022
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 22V261 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 22V261?

2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 & 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 + 2 more. 129 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-367-6372.