2008 MERCEDES BENZ G55 Recall

Campaign:: 10V366000 on 08/05/2010
Component:: Exterior lighting:turn signal
Affected:: 3,552
Defect:: Mercedes-benz is recalling certain model year 2002-2010 g-class vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these vehicles are equipped with a grill cover for front turn signal protection that, while permissible, may impact over time the signal's ability to meet the minimum requirements of fmvss 108.
Consequence:: The signal light's visibility to other motorists may be reduced over time, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:: Dealers will install improved turn light units optimized for usage with grills. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin at the end of december 2010 or early january 2011. owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

2008 MERCEDES BENZ G55 TSBs (2)

Bulletin:: LI54.30-P-063675
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: Instrument cluster: no display in instrument cluster
Bulletin:: LI68.05-P-059193
Component:: 353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:: Sentex gate operator with clik card remote not compatible with homelink