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2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2dr Cpe 5.5L V8 5.5L

14-way pwr front bucket seats w/3-position memory, pneumatic lumbar support

(2) rear head restraints w/pwr retractable, manually adjustable fore-aft

Heated front seats

Premium leather upholstery

Front & rear floormats

Gloss Burl Walnut wood trim

Stainless-steel door sill trim

Adjustable steering wheel

Leather & wood-trimmed steering wheel-inc: audio & multi-function display control, programmable easy-exit feature, mounted shift buttons

4-way pwr tilt/telescopic steering column w/memory

COMAND cockpit management & data system-inc: hard drive-based navigation system

Multi-function display in instrument cluster-inc: trip computer, exterior temp gauge, maintenance system, digital speedometer, reminder & malfunction messages, audio status, navigation route guidance, tire pressure

Digital display-inc: speedometer, odometer, Touch Shift gear & mode selection

Electronic analog tachometer/fuel gauge

Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System Plus display-inc: distance remaining to next maintenance, type of service due, reminders, brake-pad wear

Tire pressure monitoring system

Pwr windows

SmartKey system-inc: remote central locking system, anti-theft engine immobilizer, driver-programmable user-recognition features, drive away automatic locking

SmartKey infrared remote-inc: windows & sunroof open/close, active ventilated seats on

Tele Aid global positioning system (GPS) satellite system-inc: stolen vehicle recovery, remote door unlock service, automatic alarm/collision notification

Cruise control

Hands-free communication system w/voice control

Integrated HomeLink compatible 3-button garage door control

Anti-theft alarm system

Pwr rear window sunshade w/1-touch express up/down

GPS navigation system w/20-GB hard drive

Parktronic

Automatic dual-zone climate control

Rear window defroster w/auto-shutoff based on time/driving speed/exterior temp

AM/FM/Weatherband radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer, memory card slot

11-Speaker 600-watt harman/kardon LOGIC7 5.1 digital surround sound system w/5.1 channel amplifier, digital dynamic volume control

Sirius satellite radio

Memory card slot for audio files

Auxiliary pwr outlet

Auto-dimming rearview mirror

Dual illuminated vanity mirrors

City 14/hwy 21 (5.5L engine/7-speed auto trans)

Anti-lock braking system (ABS) w/brake assist system

Driver/front passenger adaptive dual-stage airbags

Front passenger occupant classification system

Front/rear side-impact airbags

Front/rear window curtain airbags

Drivers knee airbag

3-point seat belts w/emergency tensioning device, dual-stage belt force limiter

Electronic stability program (ESP)

Universal LATCH (lower anchors & tethers for children) system

Illuminated emergency trunk release

Pre-Safe system w/extended functions

Halogen front foglamps

Rear foglamp

Programmable pwr folding heated mirrors-inc: memory, auto-dimming driver mirror, integrated LED turn signals

Infrared variable speed intermittent rain-sensing aero-blade windshield wipers w/heated washer system

Laminated infrared-reflecting & noise insulating glass

Pwr trunk w/button on drivers door & trunk lid & SmartKey

Pwr tilt/slide tinted glass sunroof w/1-touch express open/close, memory

Bi-xenon high-intensity discharge headlamps-inc: polycarbonate lenses, automatic level control, heated headlamp washers, selectable light-sensing auto-on headlamps, automatic lamp substitution

5.5L DOHC SMPI 32-valve V8 engine

7-speed automatic transmission

Electronic stability program (ESP)

Rear wheel drive

Independent 4-link front suspension-inc: anti-lift control, stabilizer bar

Independent multi-link rear suspension-inc: anti-squat, anti-dive system

Active Body Control (ABC)-inc: coil spring & electronically controlled hydraulic cylinder w/gas-pressurized shock absorber at each wheel, automatic all-wheel level control, driver-selectable ride-height control, automatic speed-sensitive lowering

P255/45R18 front high performance tires

P275/45R18 rear high performance tires

18" x 8.5" front 9-spoke light aluminum wheels

18" x 9.5" rear 9-spoke light aluminum wheels

Speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering

4-wheel ventilated pwr disc brakes

Anti-lock braking system (ABS) w/brake assist

PREMIUM LEATHER UPHOLSTERY (STD)

LEATHER UPHOLSTERY (REQ: 181, 264 or 235 Designo)

DESIGNO MATTE NATURAL OAK WOOD TRIM (REQ: 235 Graphite Designo)

GLOSS DARK BURL WALNUT WOOD TRIM (STD)

GLOSS BLACK ASH WOOD TRIM

DESIGNO NATURAL MAPLE WOOD TRIM (REQ: 181 Espresso Designo)

DESIGNO BLACK PIANO LACQUER WOOD TRIM (REQ: 264 Mystic White Designo)

IPOD INTEGRATION KIT

18" 9-SPOKE WHEELS (N/A w/321 AMG Sport Pkg)

18" CHROME 5-SPOKE WHEELS (N/A w/321 AMG Sport Pkg)

19" 9-DUAL-SPOKE WHEELS (N/A w/321 AMG Sport Pkg)

ESPRESSO DESIGNO -inc: designo sand leather seats, designo natural maple wood trim, black Alcantara headliner, designo natural maple wood & leather heated steering wheel, front & rear black velour floormats w/black leather binding *Affects Color Availability* *INVOICE PRICE TO FOLLOW*

MYSTIC WHITE DESIGNO -inc: designo porcelain leather seats, designo black piano lacquer wood trim, black Alcantara headliner, designo black piano lacquer wood & leather heated steering wheel w/audio controls, front & rear black velour floormats w/black leather binding *Affects Color Availability* *ESTIMATED*

GRAPHITE DESIGNO -inc: designo corteccia leather seats, designo matte natural oak wood trim, black Alcantara headliner, designo matte natural oak wood & leather heated steering wheel w/audio controls, front & rear black velour floormats w/black leather binding *Affects Color Availability* *INVOICE PRICE TO FOLLOW*

P1 PREMIUM PKG I -inc: active ventilated front seats w/heat feature, Keyless Go

P2 PREMIUM PKG II -inc: active ventilated front seats w/heat feature, Keyless Go, rearview monitor, drive-dynamic multi-contour front seats w/4-level massage function, night view assist

AMG SPORT PKG -inc: 19" AMG 5-spoke wheels, high performance tires, AMG front/rear bumpers & side skirts, dual chrome exhaust, steering wheel mounted shift buttons

DISTRONIC PLUS CRUISE CONTROL W/PARKING GUIDANCE & BLIND SPOT ASSIST

DISTRONIC PLUS *NO LONGER FACTORY ORDERABLE-SEE DEALER FOR CURRENT AVAILABILITY*

HEATED STEERING WHEEL W/AUDIO CONTROLS

STANDARD PAINT

  Black -- Black

  Black -- Cashmere/Savannah

  Black -- Cognac/Black

  Black -- Grey/Dk Grey

  Majestic Black Metallic -- Black

  Majestic Black Metallic -- Cashmere/Savannah

  Majestic Black Metallic -- Cognac/Black

  Majestic Black Metallic -- Grey/Dk Grey

  Jade Green Metallic -- Black

  Jade Green Metallic -- Cashmere/Savannah

  Jade Green Metallic -- Grey/Dk Grey

  Capri Blue Metallic -- Black

  Capri Blue Metallic -- Cashmere/Savannah

  Capri Blue Metallic -- Grey/Dk Grey

  Flint Grey Metallic -- Black

  Flint Grey Metallic -- Cashmere/Savannah

  Flint Grey Metallic -- Cognac/Black

  Flint Grey Metallic -- Grey/Dk Grey

  Titanium Grey Metallic -- Black

  Titanium Grey Metallic -- Cashmere/Savannah

  Titanium Grey Metallic -- Cognac/Black

  Titanium Grey Metallic -- Grey/Dk Grey

  Barolo Red Metallic -- Black

  Barolo Red Metallic -- Cashmere/Savannah

  Barolo Red Metallic -- Grey/Dk Grey

  Arctic White -- Black

  Arctic White -- Cashmere/Savannah

  Arctic White -- Cognac/Black

  Arctic White -- Grey/Dk Grey

  Pewter Metallic -- Black

  Pewter Metallic -- Cashmere/Savannah

  Pewter Metallic -- Cognac/Black

  Pewter Metallic -- Grey/Dk Grey

  Iridium Silver Metallic -- Black

  Iridium Silver Metallic -- Cashmere/Savannah

  Iridium Silver Metallic -- Cognac/Black

  Iridium Silver Metallic -- Grey/Dk Grey

  designo Mocha Black -- Sand

  designo Mystic White -- Porcelain

  designo Graphite -- Corteccia

Basic Years : 4

Basic Miles/km : 50,000

Drivetrain Years : 4

Drivetrain Miles/km : 50,000

Corrosion Years : 4

Corrosion Miles/km : 50,000

Roadside Assistance Years : Unlimited

Roadside Assistance Miles/km : Unlimited

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID : 08V303000

Mfg's Report Date : JUL 03, 2008

Component : ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected : 3283

Summary : MERCEDES-BENZ IS RECALLING 3,283 MY 2008 S-CLASS AND CL-CLASS PASSENGER VEHICLES. A MALFUNCTION MAY OCCUR ON THE SIGNAL ACQUISITION AND ACTUATION MODULE-FRONT (SAM-F) TRANSISTORS. THE SAM-F IS A DOUBLE TRANSISTOR THAT HELPS CONTROL VEHICLE FUNCTIONS AND THE LIGHTING OF THE CENTER CONSOLE. INCORRECT STORAGE OF THE TRANSISTORS LED THE TRANSISTORS TO BE EXPOSED TO EXCESS HUMIDITY.

Consequence : IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE ELECTRICAL FUEL PUMP MAY NOT RECEIVE A CRASH SIGNAL THAT IS REQUIRED FOR THE FUEL PUMP TO DISCONNECT AND PREVENT FUTURE FUEL DELIVERY AS DESIGNED.

Remedy : DEALERS WILL RECODE THE SCN FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.

Notes : MERCEDES-BENZ RECALL NO. 2008 070001. CUSTOMERS MAY 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.