Mercedes Benz C 2008

Model C made in 2008 by Mercedes Benz got 1 recall as well as 24 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding digital instrument panel and electrical system. There was one recall concerning electrical system .

Model 2008

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 05/01/2007 to 05/31/2008V (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
DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL
P-B-54.21/197A07/11/200810025827Mercedes benz: model 204.054, 056, 081; vehicle does not start, no communication with star diagnosis, power outlets not functioning. *pe09/08/2008
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION
P-B-54.21/197A07/11/200810025827Mercedes benz: model 204.054, 056, 081; vehicle does not start, no communication with star diagnosis, power outlets not functioning. *pe09/08/2008
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH
LI-80-5712/08/201010038225Mercedes-benz: diagnostic procedures for the driver authorization system. *rm06/13/2011
LI-80-5712/08/201010038225Ready06/13/2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE
LI-80-5712/08/201010038225Ready06/13/2011
LI-80-5712/08/201010038225Mercedes-benz: diagnostic procedures for the driver authorization system. *rm06/13/2011
C1A-09110111/01/200910034566Mercedes benz: reprogram mbrace (n123/4) dialed numbers to hughes. this action applies to new vehicle inventory only. *pe12/06/2010
P-B-54.21/197A07/11/200810025827Mercedes benz: model 204.054, 056, 081; vehicle does not start, no communication with star diagnosis, power outlets not functioning. *pe09/08/2008
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
LI-05-20-P05/31/201110039256Ready07/13/2011
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
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL
P-B-54.21/197A07/11/200810025827Mercedes benz: model 204.054, 056, 081; vehicle does not start, no communication with star diagnosis, power outlets not functioning. *pe09/08/2008
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
LI-82-10-P08/29/201110041639Mercedes benz: new repair method for low beam halogen lamp bulb that is inoperative. *pe10/12/2011
STEERING
LI-80-5712/08/201010038225Ready06/13/2011
LI-80-5712/08/201010038225Mercedes-benz: diagnostic procedures for the driver authorization system. *rm06/13/2011
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-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Ready05/23/2011
SB-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm05/23/2011
SUSPENSION - REAR - AXLE - NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
PB-35-31-0507/28/200810025842Mercedes benz: model 171.454, 456 (2005-2008) slk class; 204.054, 056, 081 (2008) c class; 211.022, 056, 072, 087, 090 (2006-2008) e class. vehicles produced between 2/21/08 and 4/3/08 with differential serial number 1824214 to 1865328.09/09/2008
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-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Ready05/23/2011
SB-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm05/23/2011
VISIBILITY - REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER - SWITCH/WIRING
P-B-54.21/197A07/11/200810025827Mercedes benz: model 204.054, 056, 081; vehicle does not start, no communication with star diagnosis, power outlets not functioning. *pe09/08/2008

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