Fox news is reporting a general recall on late model MB's. Alternator issues and what else? Which models? How can we find out if we aren't the original owner?

 

MBUSA has no idea about this recall.. I called the HQ in montvale, nj. It appears as though someone is not getting acurate info (most likely mbusa). I referred them to the news. Yahoo news also has some info. Good luck.

 

Go to the NHTSA or ALLDATA sites and enter you car info.

 

Post your vehicle's year and model and I'll look it up for you.
Cheers

 

2001 SLK 320. I was in my dealership yesterday and they had no idea what I was talking about. They Did say that MBUSA doesn't distribute info without a fix, new parts and funding to back up dealer costs. Actually this makes some sence.

 

The only Recalls I show for that vehicle are the following: There are however a few technical service bulletins. I've only listed the titles, so if there's any of these that you are interested in, let me know and I can give you the full recall/bulletin.

Number Date Name
NHTSA02V152000 Jun 02 Recall 02V152000: Headlamp Aiming Instructions Update
200104002 Apr 01 Recall - Side Airbag Replacement
200104001 Apr 01 Recall - Replacement of Side Airbags
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All Technical Service Bulletins:
Number Date Name
DDAF15_30-U-6405A Jun 00 Starter Occasionally Does Not Operate
DDAF29_10-U-6130A Jul 00 Clutch Pedal Sticks Occasionally
DDAF42_10-U-6002A Jul 00 Selector Lever Blocks
DDAF54_21-U-6008A Jun 00 Operational Problem in Upper Control Panel
DDAF54_30-U-2107A Apr 97 ABS, MIL ON No ABS System Malfunctions
DDAF77_30-U-1200AG Jun 00 Noises on Vario Roof
DDAF77_39-U-6030A Jun 00 Vario Roof Stops
DDAF80_35-U-6002B Jun 00 Remote Control Does Not Operate at Various Locations
DDAF82_10-U-2009B Jun 00 Main Beam/Low Beam Not Operating
DDAF91_00-U-3010Z Jun 00 Electrostatic Charge on Seats
DDAH54_10-P-0001-01A Mar 00 Battery Safety Notes
DDAR54_18-P-0100-02A Mar 00 Repairing Wiring Harness Using Soldered Terminal
P-00_45-77 Feb 04 Interior - Squeaking/Creaking Noise Kit
P-01_00-10 Aug 01 Alternator - Mounting Bolt Identification/Application
P-07_07-34 Jul 03 Engine Controls - MIL ON/Multiple DTC's Set
P-07_65-14 Aug 01 Engine Controls - Rough Idle After Coming to a Stop
P-14_30-15 Jul 03 Emissions - MIL ON/DTC P2003 Stored in Memory
P-18_00-20 Dec 03 Engine - Oil Sludging Damage/Class Action Settlement
P-18_40-14 Aug 01 Engine Controls - Implausible Oil Level Messages
P-20_10-23 May 03 Cooling System - Water Pump Leakage
P-26_50-01 Sep 02 M/T - Assembly Precautions/Recommendations
P-33_20-14 Aug 04 Steering/Suspension - Ball Joint Inspection
P-40_10-033 Sep 00 Tires/Snow Chains - Factory Approved Specifications
P-40_10-33A Oct 01 Tires - Approved Winter/Summer Tires
P-40_10-43 Jan 04 Tires - Michelin Pilot Sport A/S(R) Tires Not Approved
P-47_10-16A Feb 02 Instruments - Fuel Gauge Inaccuracy
P-47_10-27 Jan 04 Fuel System - Fuel Filler Cap Hard to Remove/Install
P-47_20-17 Oct 01 Fuel System - Hard Start After Fuel Filter Replacement
P-47_20-21 Oct 01 Fuel System - Pressure/Pulsation Noise in Interior
P-47_25-27 May 03 Fuel System - Knocking Noise at Idle
P-47_30-06 Jun 00 Evaporative System - Check Engine Lamp (MIL) ON
P-47_30-15 Aug 01 Emissions - OBD Shut-Off Valve Clicking Noises
P-47_31-22 Dec 01 Emissions - On Board Refueling Vapor Recovery Valve
P-54_10-053 May 01 Battery - New `Fleece' Battery Technology
P-67_00-09 Mar 03 Body - Windshield/Rear Glass Body Seam Corrosion
P-80_00-25 Mar 04 Keyless Entry/Alarm System - Various Malfunctions
P-80_57-20 Feb 03 Audio System - RF Interference Explanation
P-82_10-196 Jun 02 Lighting - Fog Lamp Bulb(s) Inoperative
P-82_10-256 Jun 03 Lighting - Condensation In Fog Lamps
P-82_60-292 Sep 03 Audio System - Volume **** Damaged
P-82_62-169B Oct 02 Audio System - Various CD Player Malfunctions
P-82_62-186 Jan 02 Audio System - Radio Unmutes During Phone Call
P-82_64-134 Aug 00 Voice Activated CD Changer/Cell Phone Installation
P-82_64-135 Aug 00 D2B Fiber Optic Configuration and Version Coding
P-82_70-222 Mar 03 Cell Phone - Phone Won't Fasten Into Cradle Holder
P-82_85-170 Sep 01 COMAND(R) System - Incorrect ETA Calculation Displayed
P-82_85-171 Sep 01 COMAND(R) System - Instrument Display Not Centered
P-82_95-305 Feb 04 Emergency Contact/Alarm System - System 'Runaway'
P-83_70-054UP Jun 01 Auxiliary Coolant Pump - Retrofit/Installation
P-83_70-54 Nov 98 P-83_70-54 - 11/01/98
P-88_50-023 Feb 01 Emergency Trunk Release - Retrofit
P-91_10-73 May 04 Interior - Front Seat Noise/Looseness
P-91_60-42 Oct 00 Front Passenger Door Airbag - Deactivation/Activation
P-91_60-48 Aug 01 Air Bag System - Side Impact Sensor Replacement
P-SI-40_30A Aug 98 Suspension - New Alignment Tools and Procedures
S-00_00-072 May 01 Emission/VIN Label - Availability
S-00_40-071 Feb 01 Synthetic Oil Recommendations - For FFS Vehicles
S-01_30-15 Feb 04 Engine - Cylinder Wall Damage Assesment
S-05_010A May 01 Tools - Universal Valve Spring Tool
S-07_61-039A Mar 04 Engine Controls - DTC Trouble Shooting
S-18_00-16A Dec 03 Gasoline Engine - Oil Sludging
S-40_10-034 Dec 00 Tires - High Performance Tire Storage
S-40_10-036 Feb 01 Tires - Maintenance & Inspection
S-49_10-08 Feb 04 Exhaust System - Rattling/Hissing/Humming Noises
S-54_21-101 Oct 03 Engine Controls - ECM Flash Process Change
S-58_00-118 Mar 01 Engine Oil - Approved Evacuation Equipment
S-58_091A May 01 Special Tool - Universal Valve Spring Tool
S-58_094A Dec 00 Chassis/Frame - Dedicated Frame Straightener
S-58_20-93B Apr 01 Fender/Interior/Fascia Cover - Availability
S-58_30-103A Dec 00 Special Tool - Resistance Spot Welder
S-58_30-115 Dec 00 Special Tool - Resistance Welder
S-60_00-008A Dec 00 Special Tool - Spot Welder
S-60_00-012 Dec 00 Special Tool - M20 Resistance Welder
S-60_004A Dec 00 Body/Frame - Dedicated Straightening Equipment
S-82_70-136 Aug 00 Timeport Portable Telephone Programming
T-18_00-21 Dec 03 Engine - Oil Sludging/Consumption Diagnosis & Repair

 

The recent recall is for E, SL, and CLS, those equipped with SBC.

 

Thanks for the post. This one effects me:

P-40_10-43 Jan 04 Tires - Michelin Pilot Sport A/S(R) Tires Not Approved


AS it turns out I purchased my car used with these tires. PLEASE let me know what the deal is on these VERY NICE handling tires. I have driven about 8000 miles on them with no issues or clearance problems.

I guess we could start a tire thread, but I am concerned what the factory thinks since it is probably a safety issue. Thanks; Drew

 

I found the TSB's list interest. I own a 99 C280 and the ignition works the way it is supposed to, that is not holdint key until the engine starts. I have corrected it a couple of keys by using the valet key, but it works properly for a while and then you have to hold it until the engine starts. I've had it back to the dealer 3 or 4 times for this and again works correctly for a while. Other then this situation the only other problem after 4 years of ownership was a new MAS, replaced under Starmark.

One recall questions, I read on one of the Mercedes boards I am on said the C Class with the V6 engine are being recalled to replace the serpentine belt tensioner. But the poster didn't mentioned which years? Thanks!

 

Drew - You haven't been paying attention. That's a TSB you referenced, not a Safety Recall. If you take your car in and your complaint is covered under the TSB, then the technicians will follow the instructions in the TSB. If your car is out of the factory warranty, you'll have to pay for the repairs yourself.