NHTSA Recall 24V070000: Headlights (exterior lighting)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 15,502 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V070000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS |
| Report received | February 2, 2024 |
| Owner notification | February 23, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 GLC 300, 2020 GLC 350e, and 2020-2022 AMG GLC 43 vehicles. The headlights may be incorrectly adjusted too high and create a glare for oncoming traffic. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
Incorrectly aimed headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the headlight adjustment and correct it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service 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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 24V070000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E | 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.