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2008 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 2dr Roadster 6.0L AMG 6.0L

12-way pwr front AMG sport seats-inc: 3-position memory, pneumatic lumbar support, easy-access courtesy feature, automatic height-adjusting front head restraints

Dynamic multi-contour front seats w/pneumatically adjustable side, shoulder, & triple lumbar supports, massage feature

Active ventilated seats w/heat feature

AMG exclusive leather seats

Carbon fiber trim

Aluminum door sills w/AMG insignia

AMG leather-trimmed pwr 4-way tilt/telescopic sport steering wheel-inc: aluminum shift paddles, raised thumb grips, memory, audio & multi-function display controls, programmable easy-exit feature

Electronic analog tachometer & gauges for fuel level & coolant temp

AMG instrument cluster w/AMG race timer & gear position displays

COMAND cockpit management & data system

Dual multi-function displays in speedometer & tachometer faces-inc: trip computer, exterior temp gauge, maintenance system, oil level check, digital speedometer, reminder & malfunction messages, driver-programmable settings, cruise control, touch shift gear & shift mode selection, audio status, navigation route guidance

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

Tire pressure monitoring system

Pwr windows w/1-touch express up/down front windows

SmartKey system-inc: remote central locking system, anti-theft engine immobilizer, drive away automatic locking

SmartKey infrared remote-inc: trunk open, windows open/close, panic alarm, fuel filler door, selective unlock, hard top raise/lower, active ventilated seats on

Keyless Go

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

DVD navigation system

Integrated HomeLink compatible (3) button garage door opener

Hands-free communication system

Cruise control

Alarm system

AM/FM stereo w/rear cabin mounted 6-disc CD changer

Bose Cabin Surround multi-channel digital surround sound system

Sirius satellite radio w/6-month subscription

Auxiliary pwr outlet

Automatic dual-zone climate control-inc: electrostatic dust, pollen & active charcoal filters, smog, sun, humidity & dew point sensors, tunnel mode w/1-touch closing of all windows, REST mode w/engine heat recirculation feature or cabin ventilation, seat belt usage sensors

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

Auto-dimming rearview mirror

Alcantara-covered ceiling & sunvisors

Dual illuminated vanity visor mirrors

Night security illumination

Locator lighting

Pwr trunk closer

Attachable fine-mesh wind deflector

Removable trunk separator

Shelf behind seats w/retractable luggage straps, locking dual enclosed storage compartments beneath luggage shelf

City 11/hwy 18 (6.0L engine/5-speed auto trans)

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

Driver & front passenger dual-stage airbags w/occupant classification system, adaptive for passenger

Door-mounted side-impact head & thorax airbags

Drivers knee airbag

3-point seat belts-inc: emergency tensioning device, belt force limiter, shoulder belt automatic height-adjusters

Illuminated emergency interior trunk release

Pop-up roll bar

Electronic stability program (ESP)

Programmable daytime running lamps

Electro-hydraulic retractable aluminum hardtop w/easy-pack system

AMG front-inc: air dam w/mesh air intakes & side extractors, side skirts, rear apron w/mesh air diffuser

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

Halogen front foglamps

Single rear red foglamp

Dual-intensity LED brakelamps & taillamps

Programmable daytime running lamps

Pwr heated mirrors w/memory, auto-dimming driver mirror

Rain-sensing wipers w/heated washer nozzles

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

Quad polished chrome exhaust tips

AMG 6.0L SOHC bi-turbocharged 36-valve V12 engine

5-speed electronically controlled driver-adaptive automatic transmission w/ AMG SpeedShift, Touch Shift

Electronic stability program (ESP)

Rear wheel drive

Independent 4-link front suspension

Independent multi-link rear suspension

AMG modified 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

P255/35R19 front high performance tires

P285/30R19 rear high performance tires

Compact spare tire

19" x 8.5" front AMG multi-piece dual-spoke aluminum wheel

19" x 9.5" rear AMG multi-piece dual-spoke aluminum wheel

Vehicle-speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering

Pwr AMG 6-piston front & 4-piston rear perforated & internally vented disc brakes

Electro-hydraulic braking system w/automatic brake drying & predictive brake priming

AMG EXCLUSIVE LEATHER SEATS (STD)

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

CARBON FIBER TRIM (STD)

BURL WALNUT WOOD TRIM

BLACK ASH TRIM

CHESTNUT TRIM

DESIGNO NATURAL MAPLE WOOD TRIM (REQ: 181, 264 or 235 Designo)

GAS GUZZLER TAX

VOICE CONTROL

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

MYSTIC WHITE DESIGNO -inc: designo porcelain leather seats, designo natural maple wood trim, black Alcantara headliner, designo natural maple wood & leather shift knob, black velour floormats w/black leather binding *Affects Color Availability* *INVOICE PRICE TO FOLLOW*

GRAPHITE DESIGNO -inc: designo corteccia leather seats, designo natural maple wood trim, black Alcantara headliner, designo natural maple wood & leather shift knob, black velour floormats w/black leather binding *Affects Color Availability* *INVOICE PRICE TO FOLLOW*

DISTRONIC ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

PARKTRONIC PARKING ASSISTANT

PANORAMA ROOF W/SUNSHADE

STANDARD PAINT

  Black -- Black

  Black -- Stone

  Black -- Red

  Black -- Ash

  Majestic Black Metallic -- Black

  Majestic Black Metallic -- Stone

  Majestic Black Metallic -- Red

  Majestic Black Metallic -- Ash

  Capri Blue Metallic -- Black

  Capri Blue Metallic -- Stone

  Capri Blue Metallic -- Ash

  Storm Red Metallic -- Black

  Storm Red Metallic -- Stone

  Storm Red Metallic -- Ash

  Mars Red -- Black

  Mars Red -- Stone

  Mars Red -- Red

  Mars Red -- Ash

  Pewter Metallic -- Black

  Pewter Metallic -- Stone

  Pewter Metallic -- Red

  Pewter Metallic -- Ash

  Steel Grey Metallic -- Black

  Steel Grey Metallic -- Stone

  Steel Grey Metallic -- Red

  Steel Grey Metallic -- Ash

  Diamond Silver Metallic -- Black

  Diamond Silver Metallic -- Stone

  Diamond Silver Metallic -- Red

  Diamond Silver Metallic -- Ash

  Iridium Silver Metallic -- Black

  Iridium Silver Metallic -- Stone

  Iridium Silver Metallic -- Red

  Iridium Silver Metallic -- Ash

  Alabaster White -- Black

  Alabaster White -- Stone

  Alabaster White -- Red

  Alabaster White -- Ash

  designo Mocha Black -- Sand

  designo Graphite -- Corteccia

  designo Mystic White -- Porcelain

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 : 404

Summary : MERCEDES-BENZ IS RECALLING MY 2006-2008 M-CLASS, R-CLASS, MY 2005-2009 SLK-CLASS, MY 2005-2008 C-CLASS, MY 2003-2004 AND 2006-2008 CLK-CLASS, MY 2003-2008 E-CLASS, MY 2004 AND 2008 CL-CLASS, MY 2008 CLS-CLASS, MY 2004 AND 2007-2008 S-CLASS, MY 2003 G-CLASS, AND MY 2003-2004, 2006 AND 2009 SL-CLASS VEHICLES. A SOFTWARE CALIBRATION NUMBER (SCN) CODING RECEIVED ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES DURING A RECENT WORKSHOP VISIT WAS INCORRECT. DEPENDING ON THE MODEL YEAR AND MODEL AFFECTED, THE RESULTS OF AN INCORRECT SCN CODING CAN AFFECT A NUMBER OF VEHICLE SAFETY AND EMISSION FUNCTIONS INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF FUNCTIONS: (1) THE FUEL GAUGE READINGS MAY BE INCORRECT; (2) A STUCK FUEL-LEVEL SENSOR MAY NOT BE DISPLAYED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER; (3) THE OBD SYSTEM MAY CAUSE THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE INCORRECTLY; AND, (4) THE SPEEDOMETER MAY BE OUT OF TOLERANCE.

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.