NHTSA Recall 22V261000: Headlights (exterior lighting)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 129 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V261000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2022050005 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS |
| Report received | April 15, 2022 |
| Owner notification | June 3, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLC 300, GLC 300 4Matic, AMG GLC 63 4Matic, AMG GLC 63 S 4Matic, and AMG GLC 43 4Matic vehicles. The electrical connection for the headlights may not be watertight, which can result in headlight failure.
Safety risk
Headlight failure can decrease visibility for both the driver and surrounding traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the headlight sealing plugs, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022050005.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V261000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 S | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 | 2021 |
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.