NHTSA Recall 06V028000: Interior lighting
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 36,911 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mercedes-Benz Cl Class.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V028000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2006080004 |
| Component | INTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Report received | February 2, 2006 |
| Owner notification | September 29, 2006 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain vehicles, the instrument cluster is experiencing electrical malfunctions. The instrument cluster contains gauges and indicators that must be illuminated whenever the vehicle is in operation.
Safety risk
Due to inadequate illumination, the driver will be unable to read the gauges and indicators, such as the speedometer, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the instrument cluster modules. The recall will be conducted in phases. Phase i was mailed out to approximately 7,500 owners on september 29, 2006. Phase ii and phase iii is scheduled for december 2006. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V028000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz Cl Class | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2005 |
| Mercedes-Benz S Class | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2005 |
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.