Vehicle recall 04V285000 · June 9, 2004
Mercedes-Benz CL Class and S Class
On certain vehicles, the trunk lid springs could fail in the closed trunk lid position.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain vehicles, the trunk lid springs could fail in the closed trunk lid position.
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace both trunk lid springs. The recall began August 17, 2004. Owners should contact mercedes- benz at 1-800-367-6372.
- Notes
- 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).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 04V285000
- Reported to NHTSA
- June 9, 2004
- Filed by
- MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
- Manufacturer campaign
- 2004 050015
- Owner notification
- August 17, 2004
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 16,690
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Latches/locks/linkages › Trunk lid › Lock
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Mercedes-Benz CL Class (2003-2004): 2004, 2003
- Mercedes-Benz S Class (2003-2004): 2004, 2003
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