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2008 Mercedes benz CL Exterior Lighting Headlights Recall


NHTSA Recall #	75218
NHTSA Compaign #	08V122000
MFG Compaign #	2008030005
Manufacturer	MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
Supplier	MERCEDES BENZ
Brand	MERCEDES BENZ
Model	CL
Model Year	2008
Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Date of notification	02/05/08
Begin date of manufacuring	27/10/07
End date of manufacturing	31/12/07
Type of recall	V
Recall initiator	MFR
Report received	19/03/08
Report created	19/03/08
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Estimated number of affected units	3283
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.
Recall notes	Mercedes-benz recall no. 2008030005. Customers 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 http://www. Safercar. Gov.

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2008 Mercedes benz CL Exterior Lighting Headlights Recall

2008 Mercedes benz CL Exterior Lighting Headlights Recall

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