NHTSA recall 12V-493 (12V493000)
exterior lighting recall reported October 10, 2012 - about 218 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 12V493000
- Also written as
- 12V-493
- Reported
- October 10, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- ~218
- Component
- exterior lighting
What is being recalled
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes Benz) is recalling certain model year 2013 GLK350 and GLK350 4-Matic vehicles, manufactured from May 31, 2012, through August 2, 2012, for failing to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." The affected vehicles have voltage in the parking lamp circuit that exceeds the maximum value listed.
Why it is dangerous
The higher illumination level may cause glare to oncoming vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Mercedes Benz will notify owners, and dealers will update the software calibration number (SCN) of the subject electronic control unit. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 12V-493 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.