Recall 17V179000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS Defect in 2016-2016 SMART FORTWO COUPE
RECALL This recall affects up to 2,213 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 17V179000 |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Vehicles Affected | 2,213 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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."
Safety Consequence
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.
Related Recalls for SMART
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20V107000 | 2019 SMART FORTWO | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY | 1 | |
| 18V273000 | 2009 SMART FORTWO | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 42,781 | |
| 17V447000 | 2017 SMART FORTWO | STEERING | 110 | |
| 17V448000 | 2016 SMART FORTWO | PARKING BRAKE | 5,061 | |
| 15V192000 | 2014 SMART FORTWO COUPE | STEERING | 5,058 | |
| 08V390000 | 2008 SMART FORTWO | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 43 |