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Published 17 Jun 2008 Ref JP-1214950

Mercedes-Benz: Computer

Translated from Japanese · machine translation

Country
Japan
Published
17 Jun 2008
Units affected
279
Reference
JP-1214950

Affected vehicles

Mercedes-Benz CL550 2007–2008 Mercedes-Benz CL600 2007–2008 Mercedes-Benz CL63 2007–2008 Mercedes-Benz CL65 2007–2008 Mercedes-Benz S350 2007–2008 Mercedes-Benz S550 2007–2008 Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC 2007–2008 Mercedes-Benz S600 2007–2008 Mercedes-Benz S63 2007–2008 Mercedes-Benz S65 2007–2008

Hazard

The integrated circuit within the SAM unit (front vehicle Sensor Actuator Module) that controls signals for various electrical components has improper solder processing. Continued use may cause solder joints to separate, interrupting signals and potentially disabling headlights, front turn signals, windshield wipers, and other components.
Show original (日本語)
各種電装品の信号を制御するユニット(車両前部SAMユニット)内部の集積回路において、半田処理が不適切なため、そのまま使用を続けると、半田部が剥離して信号が遮断され、最悪の場合、前照灯、前面方向指示器、窓ふき器等が作動しなくなるおそれがある。

Remedy

Replace the control unit with a serviceable unit on all vehicles.
Show original (日本語)
全車両、当該制御ユニットを良品と交換する。

Official source

View the official recall notice