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Mercedes-Benz Recall : Parking Lamps Too Bright/FMVSS 108

2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350

The higher illumination level may cause glare to oncoming vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Summary
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes Benz) is recalling certain model year 2013 GLK350 and GLK350 4-Matic vehicles, manufactured from May 31, 2012, through August 2, 2012, for failing to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." The affected vehicles have voltage in the parking lamp circuit that exceeds the maximum value listed.
Actions
Mercedes Benz will notify owners, and dealers will update the software calibration number (SCN) of the subject electronic control unit. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
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Date Announced
OCT 10, 2012
Vehicles Affected
218
NHTSA Campaign #
12V493000
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