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Recall campaign04V285000

Recall 04V285000: 2003–2004 Mercedes-Benz S Class and 1 other model

Latches/locks/linkages › Trunk lid › Lock
Report received
Jun 9, 2004
Manufacturer
Mercedes-benz usa, llc.
Potentially affected
16,690vehicles
Model years
2003–2004

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 vehicles, the trunk lid springs could fail in the closed trunk lid position.

Possible consequence

If the trunk lid is manually lifted, it may not remain in the up position and could cause injury if it comes down while someone is reaching into the trunk.

Remedy

Dealers will replace both trunk lid springs. The recall began august 17, 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.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.