Recall 06V028000: Inadequate Instrument Illumination

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Mercedes Benz/CL Class 2000-2002 2004-2005

Mercedes Benz/S Class 2000-2002 2004-2005

MANUFACTURER: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 06V028000 MFG'S REPORT DATE: February 01, 2006

COMPONENT: Interior Lighting

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 36911

SUMMARY:
On certain vehicles, the instrument cluster is experiencing electrical malfunctions. The instrument cluster contains gauges and indicators that must be illuminated whenever the vehicle is in operation.

CONSEQUENCE:
Due to inadequate illumination, the driver will be unable to read the gauges and indicators, such as the speedometer, which could increase the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:
Dealers will replace the instrument cluster modules. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

NOTES:
Customers may also 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.