Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V505000 | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | from 11/01/1996 to 04/30/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 69278 | 09/12/2006 | ODI | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | 11/01/2005 | 11/07/2005 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain passenger vehicles, failure of one of the side brake lights can occur. the base of the socket can be subject to thermal deformation over time. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This deformation can cause movement in the socket-to-bulb connection, which could lead to a loosening of the electrical contacts in the socket, and failure of the bulb to illuminate. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the rear lamp modules. the recall began on september 12, 2006, to approximately 8,200 owners. phase ii mailing is schedule on or about november 3, 2006, and phase iii mailing is schedule for january 2007 for the remaining owners. owners of vehicles with the updated trim (post-face lift) will get an interim notice during november 2006, asking them to schedule an appointment for rear tail lamp replacement later in 2007. however, if they experience an actual rear lamp failure before they receive that notice, they should come to their dealer immediately for a free repair. owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mercedes-benz recall no. 2006080005.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | ||||||||||||||||
| 02V152000 | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | from 09/01/1999 to 05/31/2002 | V (Vehicle) | 27863 | 07/15/2002 | MFR | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | 06/13/2002 | 06/13/2002 | 571 | 108 | |||||
| Defect Summary | Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. the owner's manual does not contain the proper headlamp aiming instructions. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This does not meet the requirements of the standard. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Owners will be provided with headlamp aiming instructions, and directions for affixing these inserts to the operator's manual. owner notification began july 15, 2002. owners who do not receive the free instructions within a reasonable time should contact mercedes-benz at 1-201-573-0117. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | ||||||
| PE05051 | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | 09/22/2005 | 12/02/2005 | BRAKE LAMP FAILURE | 05V505000 | |
| In its letter dated october 28, 2005, mercedes-benz usa stated that it would conduct a safety recall to remedy defective brake lamp assemblies in model year 1998 through 2004 mercedes benz slk vehicles.the base of the brake lamp socket can be subject to thermal deformation over time.this deformation can cause movement in the socket-to-bulb connection, which may lead to a loosening of the electrical contacts in the socket, and failure of the bulb to illuminate.all rear lamp modules (which contain brake, turn signal, tail and backup lamps) will be replaced with redesigned rear lamp modules with a more heat resistant material and enhanced socket holder design to withstand the heat inside the rear lamp module.see nhtsa recall no. 05v505 for more information. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | |||
| 01/20/2007 | 25000 | 2 | 04/25/2006 |
| I received a recall notice about 4 weeks ago for my 2002 mercedes benz slk 320 due to a faulty brake / stop light design. the left stop light bulb had already burned out several months ago, and the socket was warped from the heat. it was replaced, but the new bulb failed again this month. today i called the dealership i purchased from, bill ussery motors of coral gables, fl and i was told, your vin number is not covered by the recall. if not, then why did mercedes benz usa mail me a recall letter and why is the bulb assembly defective??? dozens of other slk owners on a mercedes internet message board are facing the same run around from their dealers! | |||
| 10/31/2006 | 21000 | 1 | 12/01/2005 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while applying brake pressure at various speeds, the brake lights failed to illuminate without warning. the dealer and manufacturer were alerted and agreed the vehicle was included in the nhtsa recall, # 05v505000, concerning brake lights. however, both refused to repair the vehicle under the recall. | |||
| 07/19/2006 | 1 | ||
| Rear brake light melted in socket so i am unable to replace the bulb. mb dealer says i may need a whole new rear tail light assembly. *nm | |||