The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 GLE 300d 4MATIC, GLE 350, GLE 350 4MATIC, and GLE 400 4MATIC vehicles manufactured October 14, 2015, to November 23, 2015. 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 Assoc. 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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 16V-759 (16V759000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 2016100003 |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
| Component | Exterior lighting › Headlights |
| Report date | October 20, 2016 |
| Owners notified | December 2, 2016 |
| Vehicles affected | 2,215 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE300D
- 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE350
- 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE350
- 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE400
- 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE400
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the lights
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 16V-759 repair free?
Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 2,215 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.