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2000 Mercedes-Benz S430

Mercedes Recalls Multiple 2000-2004 Vehicles Due to Leaking Active Body Control Hose

Suspension & Steering, July 2, 2007

RepairPal Expert Overview:

The hose may corrode due to extensive exposure to humidity. This may cause fluid leakage onto the catalytic converter. This would present a fire hazard. Dealers will a new high pressure distrution hose.

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Instrument Cluster Illumination May Fail

Electrical & Lights, September 29, 2006

RepairPal Expert Overview:

The instrument cluster illumination may fail. This may result in a difficulty reading the gauges, indicators, and speedometer. Not being able to see the cluster may lead to an accident. Dealers will replace the instrument cluster modules. This recall started on September 29, 2006. 

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Heater and Air Conditioner Fan Motor May Fail

Electrical & Lights, October 18, 2004

RepairPal Expert Overview:

The HVAC blower motor may lose power because the fuse for the circuit may lose contact. This is due to the fuse's plastic holder overheating and melting. This may cause a loss of visibility and result in an accident. Dealers will install new blower motor fuse holders. This recall began during October 2004. The Mercedes-Benz recall number is 2004 070010.

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Mercedes-Benz S430 Recall 02V338000

Electrical & Lights, February 14, 2003

Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, EXCESSIVE STATIC BUILD-UP IN THE TRUNK FLOOR MATS CAN CAUSE A STATIC DISCHARGE WHEN INDIVIDUALS MOVE OR REMOVE ITEMS FROM THE TRUNK COMPARTMENT.

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Mercedes Recalls 2000 CL500, S430, S500 Due to a Defective Blower Motor Regulator

Heating & Air Conditioning, May 22, 2000

RepairPal Expert Overview:

The blower motor regulator may overheat and may cause damage to the surrounding plastic, insulation and wiring. Dealers will replace the blower motor regulator.

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