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2016 smart Fortwo Coupe recall: headlights

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall on March 16, 2017. It covers about 2,213 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,213
reported
Mar 16, 2017
owners notified
Sep 8, 2017

Exterior lighting: headlights

What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 Smart Fortwo vehicles. The horizontal headlight adjustment mechanism on these vehicles may not have been properly sealed off to prevent future adjustment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
If the headlight can be adjusted horizontally, the headlight may be adjusted outside of the designed specifications, reducing the driver's visibility and potentially blinding oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct sealing caps to prevent the headlights from being adjusted horizontally, free of charge. The recall began September 8, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372.

Recall number 17V179000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 17V179000

Is there a recall on the 2016 smart Fortwo Coupe headlights?

Yes. Recall 17V179000, reported on March 16, 2017, covers about 2,213 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V179000?

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct sealing caps to prevent the headlights from being adjusted horizontally, free of charge. The recall began September 8, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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