NHTSA Recall 15V137000: Exterior lighting
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 30,141 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Mercedes-Benz CLS400.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V137000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2015030005 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Report received | March 10, 2015 |
| Owner notification | April 6, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015 CLS 400 and CLS 400 4matic, 2012-2015 CLS 550 and CLS 550 4matic, 2012-2013 CLS 63, 2014 CLS 63, and 2014-2015 CLS 63P. The affected vehicles have LED tail lights that may not light on the sides, reducing the rear side visibility of the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
Reduced rear side marker illumination may prevent other drivers from seeing the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the lighting controller software, free of charge. The recall began April 6, 2015. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2015030005.
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 15V137000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz CLS400 | 2015 |
| Mercedes-Benz CLS550 | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Mercedes-Benz CLS63 | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
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.