2003 MERCEDES BENZ G500 Recalls (2)
- Campaign:
- 08V303000 on 07/08/2008
- Component:
- Electrical system
- Manufactured:
- 03/31/2003 - 04/29/2003
- Affected:
- 404
- Defect:
- Mercedes-benz is recalling my 2006-2008 m-class, r-class, my 2005-2009 slk-class, my 2005-2008 c-class, my 2003-2004 and 2006-2008 clk-class, my 2003-2008 e-class, my 2004 and 2008 cl-class, my 2008 cls-class, my 2004 and 2007-2008 s-class, my 2003 g-class, and my 2003-2004, 2006 and 2009 sl-class vehicles. a software calibration number (scn) coding received on the affected vehicles during a recent workshop visit was incorrect. depending on the model year and model affected, the results of an incorrect scn coding can affect a number of vehicle safety and emission functions including the following types of functions: (1) the fuel gauge readings may be incorrect; (2) a stuck fuel-level sensor may not be displayed in the instrument cluster; (3) the obd system may cause the check engine light to illuminate incorrectly; and, (4) the speedometer may be out of tolerance.
- Consequence:
- In the event of a vehicle crash, the electrical fuel pump may not receive a crash signal that is required for the fuel pump to disconnect and prevent future fuel delivery as designed.
- Correction:
- Dealers will recode the scn free of charge. the recall began on august 30, 2008. owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
- Notes:
- Mercedes-benz recall no. 2008 070001.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
- Campaign:
- 10V366000 on 08/05/2010
- Component:
- Exterior lighting:turn signal
- Manufactured:
- 08/31/2002 - 07/29/2010
- 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> .
2003 MERCEDES BENZ G500 TSBs (4)
- Bulletin:
- LI-58-40
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Xentry (mercedes): engine warning lamp is currently on or was on and a delay fault of the camshaft adjust to current or stored in the engine control unit. models 171, 203, 209, 211, 219, 221, 216, 230, 164, 251, and 403. no model years li
- Bulletin:
- LI-33-40
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- Mercedes-benz: model 463. the differential lock on either axle may not engage or will desengage automatically. *rm
- Bulletin:
- T-B-47.10/62
- Component:
- 071110 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap
- Summary:
- Mercedes benz: bleed hose for filler neck on fuel tank. *kb
- Bulletin:
- LI54.30-P-063675
- Component:
- 353000 equipment:electrical
- Summary:
- Instrument cluster: no display in instrument cluster
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