2016 smart fortwo Safety Ratings

US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:	17V179000
Mfg's Report Date:	MAR 15, 2017
Component:	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Potential Number Of Units Affected:	2213

Summary:
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."

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.

Dates of Manufacture:
JUN 15, 2015 to SEP 23, 2015