NHTSA Recall 05V505000: Brake lights (exterior lighting)
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 69,278 vehicles. It affects 1998–2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V505000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2006080005 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS |
| Report received | November 1, 2005 |
| Owner notification | September 12, 2006 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, failure of one of the side brake lights can occur. The base of the socket can be subject to thermal deformation over time.
Safety risk
This deformation can cause movement in the socket-to-bulb connection, which could lead to a loosening of the electrical contacts in the socket, and failure of the bulb to illuminate.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear lamp modules. The recall began on september 12, 2006, to approximately 8,200 owners. Phase ii mailing is schedule on or about november 3, 2006, and phase iii mailing is schedule for january 2007 for the remaining owners. Owners of vehicles with the updated trim (post-face lift) will get an interim notice during november 2006, asking them to schedule an appointment for rear tail lamp replacement later in 2007. However, if they experience an actual rear lamp failure before they receive that notice, they should come to their dealer immediately for a free repair. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes
Mercedes-benz recall no. 2006080005.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V505000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.