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Recall 08V-303: 2007–2008 Mercedes Benz C, 2005–2006 Mercedes Benz C Class and 15 more

MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jul 7, 2008, covering about 404 vehicles.

NHTSA number
08V-303
Report date
Jul 7, 2008
Vehicles affected
404
Owners notified
Aug 30, 2008

The problem

Mercedes-benz is recalling my 2006-2008 m-class, r-class, my 2005-2009 slk-class, my 2005-2008 c-class, my 2003-2004 and 2006-2008 clk-class, my 2003-2008 e-class, my 2004 and 2008 cl-class, my 2008 cls-class, my 2004 and 2007-2008 s-class, my 2003 g-class, and my 2003-2004, 2006 and 2009 sl-class vehicles. A software calibration number (Scn) coding received on the affected vehicles during a recent workshop visit was incorrect. Depending on the model year and model affected, the results of an incorrect scn coding can affect a number of vehicle safety and emission functions including the following types of functions: (1) the fuel gauge readings may be incorrect; (2) a stuck fuel-level sensor may not be displayed in the instrument cluster; (3) the OBD system may cause the check engine light to illuminate incorrectly; and, (4) the speedometer may be out of tolerance.

The risk

In the event of a vehicle crash, the electrical fuel pump may not receive a crash signal that is required for the fuel pump to disconnect and prevent future fuel delivery as designed.

The fix

Dealers will recode the scn free of charge. The recall began on august 30, 2008. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Notes

Mercedes-benz recall no. 2008 070001.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerMERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
ComponentElectrical System
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number08V303000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mercedes Benz C2007, 2008All years
Mercedes Benz C Class2005, 2006All years
Mercedes Benz CL2008All years
Mercedes Benz CL Class2004All years
Mercedes Benz CLK2007, 2008All years
Mercedes Benz CLK Class2003, 2004, 2006All years
Mercedes Benz CLS2008All years
Mercedes Benz E2007, 2008All years
Mercedes Benz E Class2003, 2004, 2005, 2006All years
Mercedes Benz G5002003All years
Mercedes Benz M Class2006, 2007, 2008All years
Mercedes Benz R2008All years
Mercedes Benz R-Class2006, 2007All years
Mercedes Benz S2007, 2008All years
Mercedes Benz S Class2004All years
Mercedes Benz SL Class2003, 2004, 2006, 2009All years
Mercedes Benz SLK2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 08V-303?

Mercedes-benz is recalling my 2006-2008 m-class, r-class, my 2005-2009 slk-class, my 2005-2008 c-class, my 2003-2004 and 2006-2008 clk-class, my 2003-2008 e-class, my 2004 and 2008 cl-class, my 2008 cls-class, my 2004 and 2007-2008 s-class, my 2003 g-class, and my 2003-2004, 2006 and 2009 sl-class vehicles. A software calibration number (Scn) coding received on the affected vehicles during a recent workshop visit was incorrect. Depending on the model year and model affected, the results of an incorrect scn coding can affect a number of vehicle safety and emission functions including the following types of functions: (1) the fuel gauge readings may be incorrect; (2) a stuck fuel-level sensor may not be displayed in the instrument cluster; (3) the OBD system may cause the check engine light to illuminate incorrectly; and, (4) the speedometer may be out of tolerance.

How is recall 08V-303 fixed?

Dealers will recode the scn free of charge. The recall began on august 30, 2008. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.