W211 Recalls!
 

I thought it best to list this info in one place for better referencing. I will update this thread if and when new campaigns are released (relevant to the E & CLS).

Make sure to call your dealer and ask them to check VMI to see if your vehicle is included. Have your VIN handy when you call.

Recall Bulletins

These are government mandated and are received by MBUSA from DCAG. These recalls are monitored for completion (by the dealer) and have to be completed in 2 weeks time. Recalls never expire. Customers are contacted (i.e.: letter), and vehicles are repaired as soon as possible.

Recall Campaign 2005070007 APR06
Inspect SBC hydraulic unit, replace as directed
E / SL (2004)

Recall Campaign 2005110001 APR06
Installation of ground wires and bracket to SBC wiring harness
E (2003-2006) / CLS (2006) / SL (2003-2005)

Recall Campaign 2004050014 OCT04
Programming SBC hydraulic unit
E / SL (2003-2005)

Service Campaigns

These are done on a voluntary basis by MBUSA, but are also monitored by the Government. Repairs are performed by dealer when vehicle is in for service work.

Service Campaign 2006020008 MAR06
Inspect transmission pilot bushing at electrohydraulic unit
M / SLK / C / CLK / E / CL / S / SL

Service Campaign 2006010006 FEB06
Replace remote trunk closing control unit
E (2003-2004)

Service Campaign 2005070017 FEB06
Inspect alternator, replace regulator if necessary
E / SL (2002-2005)

Service Campaign 2005060008 JAN06
Programming battery control module
E (2003-2006) / CLS

Service Campaign 2005100009 NOV05
Inspect rear SAM control module, replace if necessary
E (2003)

Service Campaign 2005070004 SEPT05
Replacement of spacer rings for fuel filler door lock
CLS

Service Campaign 2005060011 SEPT05
Direct mail distribution of navigation DVD for COMAND
SLK / E / CL / CLS / S / SL (2003-2006)

Service Campaign 2003020003 JUN03
Replace left front door control module
E

Service Campaign 2002090005 DEC02
Flexible Service System Plus (FSS+) maintenance intervals do not correspond to MBUSA criteria, as displayed in the instrument cluster
E

These campaigns are for the most part well known therefore I decided to not list the associated VIN range or repair details. Future posts will, of course, include the VIN range and details.

Thanks for sharing your information "connections."

Thanks for the info!

Is this only in USA? or Canada?

MBUSA documents however, given the safety ramification, Canada should have the same. Certainly I would reference these campaigns when calling your dealer.

SBC Hydraulic Unit Warranty 10 years / unlimited mileage
 

Netstar message “Extended Limited Warranty on SBC Hydraulic Units” dated 5/5/06 now provides coverage for 10 years / unlimited mileage. Recall campaigns 2005110001 & 2005070007 have both been revised accordingly.

Ok I just check with my dealer and they told me that I'm on for
Recall Campaign 2005070007 APR06
Inspect SBC hydraulic unit, replace as directed
E / SL (2004)

Recall Campaign 2004050014 OCT04
Programming SBC hydraulic unit
E / SL (2003-2005)


however, for service campaign. Only labor is covered and parts is our responsibilty? Is this true or is it per dealer?

:rolf:

MBUSA pays the dealership there are absolutely NO OUT OF POCKET COSTS for any and all MBUSA recall or service campaigns!

thanks for the info. I just need to at least know that in case they starts to charge me for parts and craps like that. Man, we got some of the worst MB dealers here in NorCal. :(

This is great news Dan! Do you know if there is anything "official" in writing anywhere? Like on the MBUSA site? I'd like to print it out and keep it in the car file..

Sam

New Service Campaign
 

Service Campaign 2006040004 MAY06
Clean sleeves on front axle carrier / new bolts & washers
E (2003-2006)

Campaign will only be performed in conjunction with an A or B service maintenance or other warranty repair that requires the underbody paneling to be removed as part of the repair.

Effective VIN range (Have your dealer check VMI to see if your vehicle is included):

211.026: A178744 – A599959
211.065: A014562 – A600000
211.070: A008400 – A599952
211.076: A136286 – A589698
211.082: X108074 – X180208
211.083: X108399 – X188590
211.087: X177825 – X188592
211.265: A307691 – A599505
211.282: X108182 – X178465
211.283: X108624 – X188589
211.287: X174229 – X188566

A letter will be sent to owners of 2003-2006 211; 2006 219; and ALL 230 vehicles informing them of the new extended warranty.

SWEET they usually have a service limit of around 80k then need to be replaced

Mine went at 60K, and I paid for it out of pocket. Glad that my Dealer is processing the paperwork for my refund of the money I spent.

Randy B

as they should I would be pissed if I had to spend that kinda money on a brake system where a brake booster and master cylinder has been working just fine since the beginning of time

NZ Mercedes
 

Have just confirmed this month that any imported Mercedes vehicles (not sold NZ new) that have safety recalls will be coverd by NZ Mercedes dealers at no cost.

Lots of Japanese imports here with recalls not being even acknowledged up until now.

Guess they decided to face the problem before someone gets killed.

Better late than never.

Thanks for the info. Good place to put it - right at the top of the forum.

I was wondering if the following DTB falls under this sticky: (coolant leaking into transmission - Valeo radiators). This was also subject of one thread somewhere in this forum.

Order No P-B-27.55/50e March 6, 2006
Model Nos 203, 209, & 211.065/070/076/083/265/283
Up to production date 09/2003
Harsh Engagement Possibly Followed by Droning/Buzzing Noises During Light Acceleration Between Engine Speed of 1200-2500rpm.

Thanks very much indeed for taking the time to post these very important notices. They are extremely beneficial to ALL 211 owners.

Thanks,
John

A very sunny morning in Torquay

I just had this done one my car when I took it in for B service.

What did they do? What are sleeves?

Thanks.

Actually they replaced two bolts & washers. The sleeves are where these bolts are fitted.

Service Campaign 2006070002 JUL06
Install Rear Center Section Stop Plug

Effective VIN Range Model Year 2006 (170 vehicles are affected):
211.026 (320CDI) A885625 – A887820
211.056 (350) A885620 – A887826
211.070 (500) A885616 – A887822
211.076 (55AMG) A885635 – A887462

On the affected vehicles the rear center section (luggage compartment) that was installed is missing or has an incorrect stop plug. Moisture may enter the compartment as a result.

Dan, if I didn't know better, I'd think you worked at MB or was a service advisor at a dealership! Thanks for the heads up!

Restriction requiring the Campaign to be performed during a Service has been removed.

Service Campaign 2005100013 MAY06 Flash 722.9 Transmission Control Module (2006 model year), modified software will improve shifting characteristic.

VIN range (2714 vehicles):
211.056 (e350) = A809575 – A865293
211.256 (e350 wagon) = A824107 – A864504

In addition:

Service Campaign 2006050003 MAY06 Check Engine Control Unit (ECU) Software and Update If Necessary (06 Model Year); ECU software may lead to rough shifting.

VIN range (5068 vehicles):
211.056 = A874921 - A918904
211.256 = A875044 - A917596