Mercedes Benz Sl Class 2009

Model Sl Class made in 2009 by Mercedes Benz got 1 recall as well as 36 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags and digital instrument panel. There was one recall concerning electrical system .

Model 2009

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
08V303000MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.from 03/01/2003 to 02/28/2008V (Vehicle)40408/30/2008MFRMERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.07/07/200807/09/2008
Defect SummaryMercedes-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 SummaryIn 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.
Corrective SummaryDealers will recode the scn free of charge. the recall began on august 30, 2008. owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
NotesMercedes-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.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
AIR BAGS
SB-91-60-19306/11/201010034306Mercedes: airbag durability and reliability. air bag srs control module (n2/2) does not have a set shelf life and will normally be reliable for the life of a vehicle. with 164, 216 221, 251 and newer, the airbag control unit can be reset11/01/2010
DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL
SB-P-04712407/06/200910030941Mercedes: cracking noise from the area of the instrument panel/firewall when cornering, during throttle lift off and on uneven roads. stress at the spot welds on the firewall to the right of the brake booster can result in cracking noises12/23/2009
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
LI-05-20-P05/31/201110039256Mercedes-benz: the malfunction light is on with multiple possible trouble codes stored. there could be a problem with the camshaft and/or scoring of a piston. *rm07/13/2011
LI-05-20-P05/31/201110039256Ready07/13/2011
LI-47-3003/18/201010034504Mercedes (xentry): engine diagnosis warning lamp activated. magnetic short between armature and pole core due to calibration error at valve and tolerance deviation by supplying manufacturer. this causes the purge valve to jam in the open11/22/2010
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL
LI-47-3003/18/201010034504Mercedes (xentry): engine diagnosis warning lamp activated. magnetic short between armature and pole core due to calibration error at valve and tolerance deviation by supplying manufacturer. this causes the purge valve to jam in the open11/22/2010
PARKING BRAKE
SB-P-04752707/31/200910030939Mercedes: parktronic intermittently not functioning. the function works again after a short time or distance. when the foot operated parking brake is applied, the parktronic system is deactivated. if the foot operated parking brake is o12/23/2009
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
LI-27-60-P04927004/04/201110038977Ready06/29/2011
LI-27-60-P04927004/04/201110038977Mercedes-benz: the auto-transmission switches to limp home mode or has no power. there are multiple possible fault codes. a piston may be damaged. *rm06/29/2011
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
LI-27-60-P05177305/02/201110039254Ready07/13/2011
LI-27-60-P05177305/02/201110039254Mercedes-benz: there is a transmission trouble code stored. it is a diagnostic problem with the wet start-up clutch. *rm07/13/2011
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - COOLING UNIT AND LINES
C1A-08110111/01/200810042611Mercedes: on certain s and cl class vehicles, the restrictor orifice on the transmission cooler line had been installed incorrectly. *pe12/28/2011
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
SB-09093006/05/200910030964Mercedes: the limited warranty on the sbc hydraulic unit for models 211, model 219 and models 230 was extended from the original 4 years/50,000 miles to 10 years with no mileage limitation. the sbc hydraulic unit extended limited warranty12/29/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
SB-09093006/05/200910030964Mercedes: the limited warranty on the sbc hydraulic unit for models 211, model 219 and models 230 was extended from the original 4 years/50,000 miles to 10 years with no mileage limitation. the sbc hydraulic unit extended limited warranty12/29/2009
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - DRUM
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - SHOES/LININGS
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - WHEEL CYLINDERS
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SUSPENSION - FRONT - SHOCK ABSORBER
SB-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm05/23/2011
SB-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Ready05/23/2011
SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
SB-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm05/23/2011
SB-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Ready05/23/2011
SUSPENSION - REAR
200807000508/01/200810027829Mercedes benz: replace rear axle differential in models 219 and 230; model years 2009. the rear differential may have been filled with the incorrect gear oil. *pe02/11/2009
SUSPENSION - REAR - SHOCK ABSORBER
SB-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm05/23/2011
SB-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Ready05/23/2011
SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS - AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
SB-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm05/23/2011
SB-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Ready05/23/2011
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
SB-09093006/05/200910030964Mercedes: the limited warranty on the sbc hydraulic unit for models 211, model 219 and models 230 was extended from the original 4 years/50,000 miles to 10 years with no mileage limitation. the sbc hydraulic unit extended limited warranty12/29/2009