The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 A220, GLA250, and AMG GLA35 vehicles. The headlights may be incorrectly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
Incorrectly adjusted headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and correct the headlight adjustment, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023100005.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 23V-662 (23V662000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 2023100005 |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
| Component | Exterior lighting › Headlights |
| Report date | October 2, 2023 |
| Owners notified | November 3, 2023 |
| Vehicles affected | 32 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 23V-662 repair free?
Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and correct the headlight adjustment, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023100005.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 32 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.