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2000-2004 Mercedes Benz CL Class and Mercedes Benz S Class recall: suspension

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall on June 12, 2007. It covers about 19,924 vehicles.

vehicles affected
19,924
reported
Jun 12, 2007
owners notified
Jul 2, 2007
related complaints
62

Suspension

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

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 62 complaints about suspension problems.

2001 Mercedes Benz CL Class2002 Mercedes Benz CL Class2003 Mercedes Benz CL Class2004 Mercedes Benz CL Class2001 Mercedes Benz S Class2002 Mercedes Benz S Class2003 Mercedes Benz S Class2004 Mercedes Benz S Class

Questions about recall 07V263000

Is there a recall on the 2000-2004 Mercedes Benz CL Class and Mercedes Benz S Class suspension?

Yes. Recall 07V263000, reported on June 12, 2007, covers about 19,924 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 07V263000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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