Recall 16V-760: 2016–2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63, 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG S65 and 2 more
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Oct 20, 2016, covering about 996 vehicles.
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 S550 Coupe 4MATIC, S63 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, S65 AMG Coupe and S63 AMG Convertible 4Matic vehicles manufactured September 3, 2015, to February 4, 2016. The low beam headlights on the affected vehicles may not be properly adjusted. 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."
The risk
If the low-beam headlights are out of adjustment, the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the headlight adjustment, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in November 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Exterior Lighting › Headlights |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 16V760000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG S65 | 2016 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz S550 | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG | 2017 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V-760?
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 S550 Coupe 4MATIC, S63 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, S65 AMG Coupe and S63 AMG Convertible 4Matic vehicles manufactured September 3, 2015, to February 4, 2016. The low beam headlights on the affected vehicles may not be properly adjusted. 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."
How is recall 16V-760 fixed?
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the headlight adjustment, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in November 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.