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NHTSA Recall 04V228000: Suspension

MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,238 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mercedes-Benz CL600.

6,238
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2004
owners notified (August 31)
NHTSA campaign04V228000
Manufacturer campaign2004070012
ComponentSUSPENSION
Report receivedMay 13, 2004
Owner notificationAugust 31, 2004
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

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.

Notes

Mercedes-benz recall no. 2004070012.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 04V228000

Make and modelModel years
Mercedes-Benz CL6002001, 2002, 2003, 2004
Mercedes-Benz S6002001, 2002, 2003, 2004

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.