NHTSA Campaign Id 04V285000; Date: Jun. 9, 2004
If the trunk lid is manually lifted, it may not remain in the up position and could cause injury if it comes down while someone is reaching into the trunk.
2003 Mercedes Benz Cl Class; 2004 Mercedes Benz Cl Class; 2003 Mercedes Benz S Class; 2004 Mercedes Benz S Class
Component: Latches/locks/linkages:trunk Lid:lock
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc.
Affected Units:: 16,690
On certain vehicles, the trunk lid springs could fail in the closed trunk lid position.
Dealers will replace both trunk lid springs. The recall began August 17, 2004. Owners should contact mercedes- benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Mercedes-benz recall no. 2004 050015. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 17, 2004
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