NHTSA Recall 14V177000: Tail lights (exterior lighting)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 252,867 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Mercedes-Benz C300.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V177000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TAIL LIGHTS |
| Report received | April 11, 2014 |
| Owner notification | August 18, 2014 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 C300, C300 4Matic, C350, and C63 AMG vehicles manufactured January 26, 2007, through July 13, 2011. In the affected vehicles, a poor electrical ground connection may result in the dimming or failure of the tail lights.
Safety risk
Dimming or failure of the tail lights reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions of stopping or turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bulb holders if not previously updated and replace any corroded connectors, free of charge. The recall began on August, 18, 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes at 1-800-367-6372.
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.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V177000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz C300 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
| Mercedes-Benz C350 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
| Mercedes-Benz C63 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
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.