NHTSA Recall 04V227000: Fuses and circuit breakers (electrical system)
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 54,454 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mercedes-Benz Cl Class.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V227000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2004 070010 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS |
| Report received | May 13, 2004 |
| Owner notification | October 18, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, during the production process of the blower motor fuse holder, the size of the electric conductor of the holder may be below appropriate tolerances.
Safety risk
Consequently, the electric conductor of the blower motor fuse holder may dissipate more heat than the plastic fuse holder was designed to withstand, which could result in overheating of the holder and disabling of the blower motor and the ability to defrost or defog the windshiled in cold or hot and humid weather conditions. Depending on the occurrence and weather situation, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install new blower motor fuse holders. The recall began during october 2004. Owners should contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes
Mercedes-benz recall no. 2004 070010.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V227000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.