What gets recalled
2008 Mercedes-Benz S recalls (2)
Electrical system
Mercedes-Benz is recalling my 2006-2008 m-class, r-class, my 2005-2009 slk-class, my 2005-2008 c-class, my 2003-2004 and 2006-2008 clk-class, my 2003-2008 e-class, my 2004 and 2008 cl-class, my 2008 cls-class, my 2004 and 2007-2008 s-class, my 2003 g-class, and my 2003-2004, 2006 and 2009 sl-class vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will recode the scn free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2008. Owners May contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
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.
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.
2007 Mercedes-Benz S recalls (2)
Suspension › Front
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 1,515 my 2007 s-class vehicles. The radial knuckle of the front strut May fail. The radial knuckle flaw May occur after significant mileage accumulation combined with exposure to high continuous stress by driving on rough roads.
Remedy: Dealers will check and replace, if necessary, the ball joint(s). The recall is expected to begin during February 2009. Owners May contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Electrical system
Mercedes-Benz is recalling my 2006-2008 m-class, r-class, my 2005-2009 slk-class, my 2005-2008 c-class, my 2003-2004 and 2006-2008 clk-class, my 2003-2008 e-class, my 2004 and 2008 cl-class, my 2008 cls-class, my 2004 and 2007-2008 s-class, my 2003 g-class, and my 2003-2004, 2006 and 2009 sl-class vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will recode the scn free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2008. Owners May contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz S have?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the Mercedes-Benz S across 2 model years.
How do I know if my Mercedes-Benz S has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN decoder & recall check or on nhtsa.gov/recalls. Dealers fix recalls for free, even if you are not the original owner.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.