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Vehicle recall 08V006000 · January 9, 2008

Mercedes-Benz E, GL and 3 more models

On certain passenger vehicles equipped with diesel engines, the crankshaft sensor could fail due to separation of bond wires from the lead frame in the sensor.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with diesel engines, the crankshaft sensor could fail due to separation of bond wires from the lead frame in the sensor. This results in an interruption in the electrical connection in the chip housing of the sensor.
Consequence
When this happens, the vehicle may lose power rather than enter a limp-home mode. In addition, the vehicle cannot be restarted after failure of the electrical connection in the sensor, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor. The recall began on February 4, 2008. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes
Mercedes recall no. 2008010005.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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
08V006000
Reported to NHTSA
January 9, 2008
Filed by
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
Manufacturer campaign
2008010005
Owner notification
February 4, 2008
Vehicles potentially affected
9,004
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Diesel
Recall 08V006000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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