Mercedes Benz Truck GLK 350 technical problem NHTSA10V366000 Date: 100804
Recall 10V366000: Turn Signal Non Compliance
VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):
Mercedes Benz/G Class 2002-2010
MANUFACTURER: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
MFR'S REPORT DATE: August 04, 2010
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V366000
NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A
COMPONENT: Exterior Lighting: Turn Signal
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 3552
SUMMARY:
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2002-2010 G-Class vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." These vehicles are equipped with a grill cover for front turn
signal protection that, while permissible, may impact over time the signal's ability to meet the minimum requirements of FMVSS 108.
CONSEQUENCE:
The signal light's visibility to other motorists may be reduced over time, increasing the risk of a crash.
REMEDY:
Dealers will install improved turn light units optimized for usage with grills. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is
expected to begin on or before November 2010. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
NOTES:
Owners 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.
