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2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class 2dr Cabriolet 6.3L AMG 6.3L

10-way pwr heated AMG front sport bucket seats-inc: multi-contour driver seat w/pneumatically adjustable side bolsters, dual lumbar & thigh supports, 3-position memory

AMG premium leather upholstery

Pwr automatic height adjustable front head restraints w/manual adjustable fore-aft

Dual height adjustable rear head restraints

Front & rear floormats

AMG aluminum trim w/sand-cast finish

Rubber-studded brushed stainless-steel pedals

AMG 4-spoke leather-trimmed pwr 4-way tilt/telescopic steering wheel-inc: aluminum shift paddles, audio & multi-function display controls, memory

AMG black gauges-inc: black matte surround, race timer

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

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

Tire pressure monitoring system

Pwr windows w/front 1-touch express up/down, (1) button lowering/raising of all windows

Cruise control

SmartKey infrared remote-inc: trunk open, windows open/close, panic alarm, fuel filler door, selective unlock, auto-lock, soft top raise/lower

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

Anti-theft alarm system

Integrated garage door opener

Automatic dual-zone climate control-inc: dual digital temp controls, electrostatic dust, pollen & active charcoal filters, sun, humidity & dew point sensors, tunnel mode w/1-touch closing of all windows

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

AM/FM/Weatherband radio w/6-disc CD changer

Harmon/kardon LOGIC7 digital surround system-inc: (10) speakers, 240-watt 7.1 channel amplifier, digital dynamic volume control system

Sirius satellite radio w/(6) month subscription

Auxiliary pwr outlet

Auto-dimming rearview mirror

Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors

Night security illumination

Locator lighting

AMG leather-trimmed shift knob

Fine-mesh wind deflector

Variable trunk compartment

City 12/hwy 18 (6.3L engine/7-speed auto trans)

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

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

Driver & front passenger head & thorax airbags

Side-impact front & rear airbags

3-point front seat belts w/emergency tensioning devices, adaptive belt force limiters

3-point rear seat belts w/emergency tensioning devices, belt force limiters

Universal LATCH system (Lower Anchors & Tethers for Children) at rear seating positions

Illuminated emergency interior trunk release

Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

Programmable daytime running lamps w/auto override

Automatic rollover-sensing pop-up roll bars

Electro-hydraulic insulated all-season convertible soft top w/glass rear window

AMG front air dam w/mesh air intakes, side skirts & rear apron

Color-keyed AMG rear spoiler

Driver-selectable light-sensing headlamps

Front halogen foglamps

Single rear red foglamp

Programmable daytime running lamps w/auto override

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

Variable intermittent rain-sensing windshield wipers w/heated windshield washer reservoir & fluid lines

18" x 8.5" rear AMG 5-spoke aluminum wheels

AMG 6.3L DOHC 32-valve V8 engine

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

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

Electronic stability program (ESP)

Rear wheel drive

Low-backpressure exhaust system w/dual polished chrome AMG finishers

Independent 3-link front suspension-inc: AMG coil springs & shock absorbers, anti-dive geometry

Independent 5-arm multi-link rear suspension-inc: AMG coil springs & shock shock absorbers, anti-squat & alignment control

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

AMG sport suspension

Vehicle-speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering

AMG front/rear stabilizer bars

P225/40R18 front high performance tires

P255/35R18 rear high performance tires

18" x 8.0" front AMG 5-spoke aluminum wheels

AMG PREMIUM LEATHER INTERIOR W/NUBUCK INSERTS (STD)

GAS GUZZLER TAX

DRIVER & FRONT PASSENGER ACTIVE VENTILATED SEATS W/HEATING FEATURE

PWR TRUNK CLOSER

BURL WALNUT WOOD TRIM

IPOD INTEGRATION KIT

LIGHTING PKG -inc: bi-xenon headlamps w/active curve illumination, heated headlamp washers, heated windshield washer system

DVD COMAND NAVIGATION SYSTEM

KEYLESS GO

STANDARD PAINT (STD)

METALLIC PAINT

  Black -- Stone

  Black -- Black

  Black -- Ash

  Black -- Stone

  Black -- Black

  Black -- Ash

  Obsidian Black Metallic -- Stone

  Obsidian Black Metallic -- Black

  Obsidian Black Metallic -- Ash

  Obsidian Black Metallic -- Stone

  Obsidian Black Metallic -- Black

  Obsidian Black Metallic -- Ash

  Capri Blue Metallic -- Stone

  Capri Blue Metallic -- Black

  Capri Blue Metallic -- Ash

  Capri Blue Metallic -- Stone

  Capri Blue Metallic -- Black

  Capri Blue Metallic -- Ash

  Pewter Metallic -- Stone

  Pewter Metallic -- Black

  Pewter Metallic -- Ash

  Pewter Metallic -- Stone

  Pewter Metallic -- Black

  Pewter Metallic -- Ash

  Iridium Silver Metallic -- Stone

  Iridium Silver Metallic -- Black

  Iridium Silver Metallic -- Ash

  Iridium Silver Metallic -- Stone

  Iridium Silver Metallic -- Black

  Iridium Silver Metallic -- Ash

  Mars Red -- Stone

  Mars Red -- Black

  Mars Red -- Ash

  Mars Red -- Stone

  Mars Red -- Black

  Mars Red -- Ash

  Diamond Silver Metallic -- Stone

  Diamond Silver Metallic -- Black

  Diamond Silver Metallic -- Ash

  Diamond Silver Metallic -- Stone

  Diamond Silver Metallic -- Black

  Diamond Silver Metallic -- Ash

  Indium Grey Metallic -- Stone

  Indium Grey Metallic -- Black

  Indium Grey Metallic -- Ash

  Indium Grey Metallic -- Stone

  Indium Grey Metallic -- Black

  Indium Grey Metallic -- Ash

  Arctic White -- Stone

  Arctic White -- Black

  Arctic White -- Ash

  Arctic White -- Stone

  Arctic White -- Black

  Arctic White -- Ash

  Majestic Black Metallic -- Stone

  Majestic Black Metallic -- Black

  Majestic Black Metallic -- Ash

  Majestic Black Metallic -- Stone

  Majestic Black Metallic -- Black

  Majestic Black Metallic -- Ash

  Steel Grey Metallic -- Stone

  Steel Grey Metallic -- Black

  Steel Grey Metallic -- Ash

  Steel Grey Metallic -- Stone

  Steel Grey Metallic -- Black

  Steel Grey Metallic -- Ash

  Storm Red Metallic -- Stone

  Storm Red Metallic -- Black

  Storm Red Metallic -- Ash

  Storm Red Metallic -- Stone

  Storm Red Metallic -- Black

  Storm Red Metallic -- Ash

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.