Campaign 22V-261

Electrical connection for the headlights may not be watertight, which can result in headlight failure

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Defect summary

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.

Consequence

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

Remedy

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.

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.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 22V261000. Text as published by NHTSA.
Vehicles covered

4 product lines are covered

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA about lighting on these vehicles: 14, of which 0 involved a crash, fire, injury or death. Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Vehicles covered by campaign 22V-261
MakeModelModel yearsComplaints on this component
Mercedes-BenzAMG GLC4320211
Mercedes-BenzAMG GLC6320210
Mercedes-BenzAMG GLC63 S20210
Mercedes-BenzGLC 300202113
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls and complaints files. Equipment, tire and child-seat campaigns list products, not vehicles.