Recall 20V775 affects 9 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT vehicles for headlights aimed too high. Repair is free at any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 9 2020 AMG GT vehicles because the headlights were incorrectly aimed too high. Incorrect headlight aim can reduce visibility for oncoming traffic and increase crash risk, and Mercedes-Benz dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The headlights on a 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT are supposed to aim the beam low enough to light the road without shining directly into oncoming traffic. That aim is part of the exterior lighting setup, and it matters because the lamps must illuminate the lane while keeping glare under control.
On affected AMG GT vehicles, the headlamp aiming process at the production plant deviated from Mercedes-Benz specifications. The lamps were aimed too high, so the beam pattern does not match the required setup. That means the lights can throw too much light upward instead of placing it where the driver and other road users expect it.
There is no warning sign before failure. The headlights still turn on, so an owner will not get a dashboard message or a clear change in how the car drives. The issue is the aim of the beam, not whether the lamp works.
Who's affected?
| 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT | Headlights |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 9 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrectly aimed headlights can make oncoming traffic harder to see, which increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before the aim problem is found, so schedule the recall repair soon and use extra care at night. Repair is free at any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer to schedule the free headlight-aim inspection and correction that fixes headlights aimed too high.
- Bring the recall notice if Mercedes-Benz mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V775 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the headlight aim is checked, and use extra care around oncoming traffic at night.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Mercedes-Benz technician checks the headlight aim on the AMG GT and corrects it if it is too high. The inspection and adjustment are free under the recall. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the new vehicle warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the involved vehicles remain under warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| December 11, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 18, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| January 20, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 9, 2021 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| February 9, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V775?
Recall 20V775 covers 9 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT vehicles with headlights recalled for aim set too high. Incorrect headlight aim can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic and increase crash risk. Mercedes-Benz dealers will check the headlight aim and correct it for free.
What should I do if my 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 20V775. If it is, contact a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer to schedule the headlight aim inspection and correction. Reference recall number 20V775 or Mercedes-Benz recall number 2020120016 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to perform the recall repair at no cost. For recall 20V775, Mercedes-Benz dealers will check the headlight aim and correct it, if needed, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is reduced visibility for oncoming traffic. If the headlights are aimed too high, they can make it harder for other drivers to see clearly, which increases crash risk. The dealer repair path is to inspect the headlight aim and correct it for free.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V775000 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz customer service | 1-800-367-6372 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V775 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V775000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →