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2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class 4WD 4dr 6.3L AMG 6.3L

10-way pwr heated front multi-contour bucket seats-inc: pwr lumbar, active head restraints, front seat memory

60/40-split-folding rear seat-inc: flip forward seat cushions, (3) height adjustable & retractable headrests

AMG premium leather upholstery

Polished Burl Walnut wood trim

AMG front/rear floor mats

AMG premium leather-trimmed pwr 4-way tilt/telescopic steering wheel-inc: audio & multi-function display controls

Multi-function display in instrument cluster-inc: trip computer, exterior temp gauge, oil level check, digital speedometer, audio status, reminder & malfunction messages, driver-programmable settings

AMG instrument cluster w/silver-color aluminum trim

Instrumentation w/digital odometer, gear & mode selection

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

Tire pressure monitoring system

Pwr windows w/1-touch express up/down

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

SmartKey infrared remote-inc: tailgate open, windows & sunroof open/close, panic alarm, fuel filler door, selective unlock

Cruise control

Anti-theft alarm system

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

Integrated HomeLink compatible (3) button garage door opener

COMAND cockpit management & data system w/AM/FM radio, 6-disc CD changer

Harman/kardon LOGIC7 digital surround sound system

Tri-zone climate control-inc: charcoal activated dust & pollen filter, tunnel mode w/1-touch closing of all windows & sunroof

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

(4) 12-volt pwr outlets located in ashtray, rear console, cargo area & front passenger footwell

Auto-dimming rearview mirror

Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors

Night security illumination

Front/rear reading lights

Cargo shade

3-point rear seat belts w/outboard belt force limiter & emergency tensioning device

Universal LATCH (lower anchors & tethers for children) system

Child safety rear door locks

Electronic stability program (ESP)

4-wheel electronic traction system (4-ETS)

Programmable daytime running lamps w/auto-on

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

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

Front/rear side-impact airbags

Front/rear side-impact air curtains

3-point height adjustable driver & front passenger seat belts w/belt force limiter & emergency tensioning device

AMG bumpers

High-gloss black grille w/chrome ribs

Running boards

Selectable light-sensing bi-xenon headlamps w/active curve illumination

Corner-illuminating foglamps

Single red rear foglamp

Programmable daytime running lamps w/auto-on

Pwr folding heated signal mirrors w/memory

Privacy glass

Rain-sensing wipers-inc: heated nozzles, lines & reservoir

Rear wiper w/washer

Hydraulically assisted tailgate closing

Pwr tilt/slide tinted glass sunroof w/sunshade

Black roof rails

City 11/hwy 14 (6.3L engine/7-speed auto trans)

6.3L DOHC 32-valve V8 AMG engine

7-speed electronically controlled driver-adaptive automatic transmission w/ AMG SpeedShift

4-wheel electronic traction system (4-ETS)

Electronic stability program (ESP)

Downhill speed regulation (DSR)

Hill-start assist

4MATIC 4-wheel drive

40/60 torque split

Independent double wishbone front suspension w/anti-dive geometry

Independent 4-arm multi-link rear suspension-inc: anti-squat geometry, alignment control

Airmatic semi-active suspension w/adaptive damping system (ADS II)

Front/rear stabilizer bar

P295/40R20 high performance tires

20" x 10" AMG 5-spoke aluminum wheels

Pwr rack & pinion steering

AMG pwr front/rear perforated & internally ventilated disc brakes

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

Quad chrome AMG tailpipes

AMG PREMIUM LEATHER UPHOLSTERY (STD)

TRAILER HITCH

HEATED REAR SEATS

KEYLESS GO

REAR SEAT DVD ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM

DISTRONIC

PARKTRONIC PARKING ASSISTANT

VOICE RECOGINITION

STANDARD PAINT (STD)

ROOF RACK (PIO)

CARGO AREA TRAY & BOX (PIO)

POLISHED SIDE STEP BARS (PIO) *PRICE TO FOLLOW*

ACCESSORY REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (PIO)

IPOD INTEGRATION KIT (PIO)

ILLUMINATED DOOR SILLS (PIO)

WHEEL LOCKING BOLTS (PIO) *PRICE TO FOLLOW*

CHROME DOOR HANDLE INSERTS (PIO)

  Black -- Black

  Black -- Macadamia

  Black -- Ash

  Obsidian Black Metallic -- Black

  Obsidian Black Metallic -- Macadamia

  Obsidian Black Metallic -- Ash

  Jade Green Metallic -- Black

  Jade Green Metallic -- Macadamia

  Jade Green Metallic -- Ash

  Alpine Rain Metallic -- Black

  Alpine Rain Metallic -- Macadamia

  Alpine Rain Metallic -- Ash

  Capri Blue Metallic -- Black

  Capri Blue Metallic -- Macadamia

  Capri Blue Metallic -- Ash

  Verde Brook Metallic -- Black

  Verde Brook Metallic -- Macadamia

  Verde Brook Metallic -- Ash

  Sand Beige Metallic -- Black

  Sand Beige Metallic -- Macadamia

  Sand Beige Metallic -- Ash

  Barolo Red Metallic -- Black

  Barolo Red Metallic -- Macadamia

  Barolo Red Metallic -- Ash

  Arctic White -- Black

  Arctic White -- Macadamia

  Arctic White -- Ash

  Pewter Metallic -- Black

  Pewter Metallic -- Macadamia

  Pewter Metallic -- Ash

  Iridium Silver Metallic -- Black

  Iridium Silver Metallic -- Macadamia

  Iridium Silver Metallic -- Ash

Frontal Driver :

Frontal Passenger :

Side Driver : Not Rated

Side Rear Passenger : Not Rated

Crash Test Note : Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.

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.

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