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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 08V303📅 Jul 9, 2008

2005–2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK & 2003–2006 Mercedes-Benz E Class + 17 more recall: electrical system

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
08V303000
Manufacturer recall #
2008 070001
Manufacturer
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
Vehicles affected
404
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Owner phone
1-800-367-6372
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Aug 30, 2008
Built
Dec 1, 2005 – Mar 31, 2008
Recall started by
MFR
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 08V303 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 08V303?

2005–2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK & 2003–2006 Mercedes-Benz E Class + 17 more. 404 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-367-6372.