Instrument Panel Failure problems of the 2000 Mercedes Benz S430

Three problems related to instrument panel failure have been reported for the 2000 Mercedes Benz S430. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Instrument Panel Failure problem

Failure Date: 12/11/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2000 Mercedes Benz S430. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the vehicle loss all power while the instrument panel failed to display any warning lights. The vehicle was taken to a independent mechanic where it was unable to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 142,000. Ec.

2 Instrument Panel Failure problem

Failure Date: 07/20/2014

The contact owns a 2000 Mercedes Benz S430. The contact stated that while starting the ignition, the entire instrument panel cluster failed to operate. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 133,000.

3 Instrument Panel Failure problem

Failure Date: 05/14/2012

The contact owns a 2000 Mercedes Benz S430. The contact stated that the instrument panel failed. The failure affected the all of the gauges, turn signals, head lights, the horn and prevented the contact from being able to open the trunk. The contact was also concerned that the air bag would not function properly in the event of a crash. The dealer informed the contact that the instrument cluster needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown, but the current mileage was 100,000.


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S430 Service Bulletins
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