Vehicle recall 08V122000 · March 19, 2008
Mercedes-Benz CL and S
A malfunction may occur on the signal acquisition and actuation module-front (sam-f) transistors.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Mercedes-benz is recalling 3,283 my 2008 s-class and cl-class passenger vehicles. A malfunction may occur on the signal acquisition and actuation module-front (sam-f) transistors. The sam-f is a double transistor that helps control vehicle functions and the lighting of the center console. Incorrect storage of the transistors LED the transistors to be exposed to excess humidity.
- Consequence
- The presence of this moisture in combination with the thermal stress during the "reflow soldering" may damage the transistors and prevent them from properly functioning which will increase the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace all potentially affected sam free of charge. The recall began on may 2, 2008. Owner may contact mercedes benz at 1-800-367-6372.
- Notes
- Mercedes-benz recall no. 2008030005.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
- 08V122000
- Reported to NHTSA
- March 19, 2008
- Filed by
- MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
- Manufacturer campaign
- 2008030005
- Owner notification
- May 2, 2008
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 3,283
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor; Exterior lighting › Headlights
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 (2008): 2008
- Mercedes-Benz S (2008): 2008
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