Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #08V122000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V122000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Includes 3,283 affected units, SIGNAL ACQUISITION AND ACTUATION MODULE-FRONT, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V122000

Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 2008-03-19T00:00:00

Subject: Signal acquisition and actuation module-front

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 3,283

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2008030005

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: 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.

Consequence Summary: 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.

Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-jpph-t2pz-ghxr

NHTSA ID: 08V122000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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