NHTSA Recall 20V775000: Headlights (exterior lighting)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9 vehicles. It affects 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V775000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2020120016 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS |
| Report received | December 11, 2020 |
| Owner notification | January 20, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 AMG GT vehicles. The headlights may have been incorrectly aimed too high. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamp, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
Incorrectly aimed headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the headlight aim, and correct it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 20, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020120016.
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 20V775000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT | 2020 |
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.