Defect Description For Recall
Mercedes-Benz Is Recalling 3,283 My 2008 S-Class And Cl-Class Passenger Vehicles. A MalfunCTIon May Occur On The Signal Acquisition And Actuation Module-Front (Sam-F) Transistors. The Sam-F Is A Double Transistor That Helps Control Vehicle FunCTIons And The Lighting Of The Center Console. Incorrect Storage Of The Transistors Led The Transistors To Be Exposed To Excess Humidity.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
S
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
08V122000
Component Description
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor
Effect Of Defect
The Presence Of This Moisture In Combination With The Thermal Stress During The “Reflow Soldering” May Damage The Transistors And Prevent Them From Properly FunCTIoning Which Will Increase The Risk Of Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And Replace All Potentially Affected Sam Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On May 2, 2008. Owner May Contact Mercedes Benz At 1-800-367-6372.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.
Start Of Manufacture
20071027
End Of Manufacture
20071130
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
3283
Date Owners Notified
20080502
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
20080319
Make Campaign Number
2008030005