Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
S CLASS
Year
2001
Recall Campaign Number
04V227000
Component Description
Electrical System:Wiring:Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Install New Blower Motor Fuse Holders. The Recall Began During October 2004. Owners Should Contact Mercedes-Benz At 1-800-367-6372.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.
Start Of Manufacture
19980501
End Of Manufacture
20001031
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
54454
Date Owners Notified
20041018
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
20040513
Make Campaign Number
2004 070010