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Recall Alert: 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class SUVs

img 1994767671 1478272383689 jpg 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4Matic | Manufacturer image

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Vehicles Affected: Approximately 2,200 model-year 2016-17 Mercedes-Benz GLE 300d 4Matic, GLE 350, GLE 350 4Matic and GLE 400 4Matic SUVs manufactured between Oct. 14 and Nov. 23, 2015

The Problem: The low-beam headlights may not be properly adjusted, possibly reducing the driver’s visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

The Fix: Dealers will inspect and correct the headlight adjustment, as necessary, for free.

What Owners Should Do: Mercedes-Benz will begin notifying owners this month. Owners can call the automaker at 800-367-6372 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236, or go to www.safercar.gov for more info.

Need to Find a Dealer for Service? Go to Cars.com Service & Repair to find your local dealer.

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Editor’s note: This post was updated Dec. 5 to correct the phone number for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline. The correct number is 888-327-4236.

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Matt Schmitz

Former Assistant Managing Editor-News Matt Schmitz is a veteran Chicago journalist indulging his curiosity for all things auto while helping to inform car shoppers.

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