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NHTSARecalled Apr 11, 2014 · #14V177000

Tail Lamp Dimming or Failure

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 C300, C300 4Matic, C350, and C63 AMG vehicles manufactured January 26, 2007, through July 13, 2011. In the affected vehicles, a poor electrical ground connection may result in the dimming or failure of the tail lights. Dimming or failure of the tail lights reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions of stopping or turning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Tail Lamp Dimming or Failure
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Model numbers
C300, C350
UPCs

What you should do

Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bulb holders if not previously updated and replace any corroded connectors, free of charge. The recall began on August, 18, 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes at 1-800-367-6372.

View the official CPSC notice