Recall 04V228000: 2001–2004 Mercedes-Benz S600 and 1 other model

Report received

May 13, 2004

Manufacturer

Mercedes-benz usa, llc.

Potentially affected

6,238vehicles

Model years

2001–2004

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain passenger vehicles, corrosion may occur in the inner steel portions of the active body control's (abc) high-pressure distribution hose due to extensive exposure to heat and humidity. Over time, corrosion may deteriorate the inner steel portions of the hose.

Possible consequence

This may result in abc hydraulic fluid leakage. Under some circumstances, leaking hydraulic fluid may come in contact with hot engine components and lead to a possibility of fire.

Remedy

Dealers will install new, corrosion resistant abc high-pressure distribution hoses. The recall began august 31, 2004. Owners should contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2001 Mercedes-Benz CL60014 complaints
• 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL60013 complaints
• 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL6002 complaints
• 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL6001 complaints
• 2001 Mercedes-Benz S60038 complaints
• 2002 Mercedes-Benz S60011 complaints
• 2003 Mercedes-Benz S6006 complaints
• 2004 Mercedes-Benz S6004 complaints