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2001-2008 Mercedes Benz CL215, Mercedes Benz CL216 and others recall: suspension

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall on August 14, 2008. It covers about 4,564 vehicles.

vehicles affected
4,564
reported
Aug 14, 2008
owners notified
Sep 22, 2008
related complaints
1

Suspension

What is wrong
Mercedes benz is recalling 4,564 my 2001-2006 cl-class (model 215), my 2002-2006 s-class (model 220), my 2003-2007 sl-class (model 230), my 2007-2008 cl-class (model 216), and my 2007 s-class (model 221)passenger vehicles equipped with active body control (abc) acceleration sensors on the front struts. These sensors measure acceleration around the z-axis of the vehicle and assure an automatic adaptation of the front struts to maintain a relatively level body position. Variations in the soldering process resulted in soldering points on the board of the abc sensors which may not be within design tolerances. Signals from the affected sensors measuring the acceleration may not be accurately transmitted to the engine control unit.
Risk
A variation in the transmitted values between affected and unaffected sensors can result in one front strut adjusting to a value indicating body movement while another strut does not adjust presenting the driver with an uneven front suspension. This condition may lead to unexpected body movements at the front axle which can adversely influence the vehicle's directional stability and could lead to a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace, if necessary, the front abc sensors in all potentially affected vehicles. The recall began on september 22, 2008. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1‑800‑367‑6372.

Recall number 08V405000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about suspension problems.

2003 Mercedes Benz CL2152004 Mercedes Benz CL2152005 Mercedes Benz CL2152006 Mercedes Benz CL2152007 Mercedes Benz CL2162008 Mercedes Benz CL2162003 Mercedes Benz S2202004 Mercedes Benz S2202005 Mercedes Benz S2202006 Mercedes Benz S2202007 Mercedes Benz S2212004 Mercedes Benz SL230

Questions about recall 08V405000

Is there a recall on the 2001-2008 Mercedes Benz CL215, Mercedes Benz CL216 and others suspension?

Yes. Recall 08V405000, reported on August 14, 2008, covers about 4,564 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V405000?

Dealers will inspect and replace, if necessary, the front abc sensors in all potentially affected vehicles. The recall began on september 22, 2008. 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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