The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, during the production process of the blower motor fuse holder, the size of the electric conductor of the holder May be below appropriate tolerances.
The risk
Consequently, the electric conductor of the blower motor fuse holder May dissipate more heat than the plastic fuse holder was designed to withstand, which could result in overheating of the holder and disabling of the blower motor and the ability to defrost or defog the windshiled in cold or hot and humid weather conditions. Depending on the occurrence and weather situation, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install new blower motor fuse holders. The recall began during October 2004. Owners should contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 04V-227 (04V227000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 2004 070010 |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
| Component | Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers |
| Report date | May 13, 2004 |
| Owners notified | October 18, 2004 |
| Vehicles affected | 54,454 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 04V-227 repair free?
Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install new blower motor fuse holders. The recall began during October 2004. Owners should contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 54,454 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.