Recall
Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 — 17V653000
NHTSA ID
17V653000
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Gla 250
Years Affected
2018
Recall Date
2017-10-16
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Units Affected
8
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
2017100009
Summary
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."
Consequence
Reduced headlight range can affect visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.