There is suppose to be a recall on the abc active body control on the mercedes benz cl class from 2001 to 2004. My car has had this problem and just found out it was a recall by forum yesterday, but it does not say there is a recall on this on your site or any other recall site. If you could post this recall to the list that would be great. Thank you
The worst 2001 Mercedes Benz CL Class problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical1
- Lights1
- Suspension1
- Tires1
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- Electrical1
- Lights1
- Suspension1
- Tires1
Recalls 4
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- On certain vehicles, corrosion may occur in the inner steel portions of the active body control's (abc) high pressure distribution hose due to extensive exposure to humidity causing deterioration of the hose.
- Risk
- This may result in abc hydraulic fluid leakage near the catalytic converter. Leaking fluid may come in contact with hot engine components and lead to a possible fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install new corrosion resistant abc high pressure distribution hose. The recall began on july 2, 2007. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1‑800‑367‑6372.
Recall number 07V263000 · Recall details
Interior lighting
- What is wrong
- On certain vehicles, the instrument cluster is experiencing electrical malfunctions. The instrument cluster contains gauges and indicators that must be illuminated whenever the vehicle is in operation.
- Risk
- Due to inadequate illumination, the driver will be unable to read the gauges and indicators, such as the speedometer, which could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the instrument cluster modules. The recall will be conducted in phases. Phase I was mailed out to approximately 7,500 owners on september 29, 2006. Phase ii and phase iii is scheduled for december 2006. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1‑800‑367‑6372.
Recall number 06V028000 · Recall details
Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, during the production process of the blower motor fuse holder, the size of the electric conductor of the holder may be below appropriate tolerances.
- Risk
- Consequently, the electric conductor of the blower motor fuse holder may dissipate more heat than the plastic fuse holder was designed to withstand, which could result in overheating of the holder and disabling of the blower motor and the ability to defrost or defog the windshiled in cold or hot and humid weather conditions. Depending on the occurrence and weather situation, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install new blower motor fuse holders. The recall began during october 2004. Owners should contact mercedes-benz at 1‑800‑367‑6372.
Recall number 04V227000 · Recall details
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The sheathing material on the electrical connection of the heated windshield washer bottle hose could overheat.
- Risk
- This could cause the surrounding plastic and insulation to melt.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the heated washer bottle hose assembly. Owner notification began january 29, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mercedes-benz at 1‑800‑367‑6372.
Recall number 01V014000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2001 Mercedes Benz CL Class 6
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Seal between exterior rear view mirror housing and door
- After eis replacement circuit 15X delayed after ignition start
- The high pressure hydraulic distribution hose of the active body control (ABC) may deteriorate over time...
- Replacement of abc pressure supply valve unit hydraulic line
- On some vehicles, upon release of the brake pedal and / or application of the accelerator pedal, there is...
- This is to advise that mercedes-benz usa will conduct a service campaign of certain 2000 and 2001 model...
What 2001 Mercedes Benz CL Class owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the tire pressure monitoring system failed to monitor the adequate tire pressure. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer, who determined the tire pressure monitoring system failed, and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was also alerted. Updated 01/10/07.
I have a 2001 mercedes cl 500 that I paid 90k for and has less than 40 k miles. The lights went out and I could smell electrical smoke. Every time I turn on the ignition, I smell burning. I noticed on an internet search that there was supposed to be a recall for this problem but the dealership says it has not been finalized, I know that there is a problem with the instrument clusters burning up on these vehicles as my partner's car ( also a mercedes) had his do the same thing. I request that you take action on this matter as I don't feel I should have to pay $2000 to fix a defective product after paying that kind of money for a vehicle. The VIN number on my car [xxx]. Respectfully, [xxx]. *nm updated 07/12/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
Dt*: the contact stated the dashboard lights went out and the instrument cluster had malfunctioned. This incident caused the battery to drain. There was an the federal safety agency recall, # 06v028000, regarding the interior lighting. The vehicle was not included in the recall. *ak updated 9/22/2006 -
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Is the 2001 Mercedes Benz CL Class reliable?
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2001 Mercedes Benz CL Class, fewer than a typical CL Class model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Mercedes Benz CL Class?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is lights (1).
How many recalls does the 2001 Mercedes Benz CL Class have?
4 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling, interior lighting and electrical system.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Mercedes Benz CL Class electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 04V227000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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