Mercedes-Benz recalls GLK and S-Class over compliance issues

Mercedes-Benz has issued two minor recalls for several hundred S-Class and GLK models, each citing non-compliance with Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Standards regulations.

Some S-Class sedans were built with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that does not meet FMVSS guidelines regarding warning-light illumination in certain scenarios. If all four sensors are missing or malfunctioning, the system will provide an initial alert but will not repeat the warning after the ignition has been cycled.

“Driving unknowingly with incorrectly inflated tires may result in sudden tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash,” the company warns.

The S-Class recall affects just 158 vehicles from the 2011 and 2012 model years, including certain S550, S63, S600, S65 AMG, S550 and S400 units.

The GLK recall, which only affects 218 vehicles from the 2013 model year, focuses on excessive voltage to the parking lamps. The additional power can cause a higher illumination level that “may cause glare to oncoming vehicles” and increase the risk of a crash.

The company is set to begin repairs later this month for both issues.