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Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Safety Reports and Reviews
Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Reviews
Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Springs Air Suspension SystemMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Springs Air Suspension System Review #856005 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on .MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM . when driving vehicle over 50mph it sways up and down, and also sideways. this is due to the air suspension system failure. dealer has seen vehicle several times, and said there was nothing wrong. *ak.Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in MIAMI, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Visibility WindshieldMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Visibility Windshield Review #10006498 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Apr 19, 2002.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD . consumer having problems with the laminating on the front windshield. ph.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J2YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in WASHINGTON, IN. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 19, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System WiringMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Wiring Review #10007585 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Feb 15, 2003.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING . i am happy to be alive today. my 2000 model s-430 mercedes suddenly stopped in the middle of an 8 lane expressway. the first car behind, and all others in same lane managed to stop after burning some rubber . the other seven lanes on my right and left continued regular speed in excess of 80 miles an hour. a considerable time later, someone managed to stop the right lane traffic , and with the help of few sarmaritans, they pushed my car to right side of the road. after the shock of the possibilty of getting hit, and waiting over 2 hours for a wrecker service to take me to rbm of atlanta, i felt i was most lucky to be alive today. by the way, you may want to know, this brand new, $ 80.000. 00 car in first year spent over 2 months in the shop for electronic defects of all sorts. to date , there have been at least 20 trips for the same electronic defect. if this is not a lemon , i want someone to tell me what lemon looks like. .Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in ATLANTA, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: RBM OF ATLANTA . DEALER'S CITY: ATLANTA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: GA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator PedalMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal Review #10033396 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Jan 06, 2003.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL . "accelarator failed to respond due to failure of pedal valve sensors and or sender almost resulting in a serious accident.*ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Mileage was 51934 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J8YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in PALM COAST, FL. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on June 08, 2000. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: DAYTONA BEACH MERCEDES . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 8002390811 . DEALER'S CITY: DAYTONA BEACH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 32117 . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 SuspensionMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Review #10070712 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Sept 15, 2002.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . my major concern is the failure of my accelerator to respond. this could have easily been a fatal accident. i was beginning to enter the interstate and the accelarator simply failed to respond. immediately got it to the shop and they replaced the pedal valve sender, pedal housing assembly,and input new codes for the pedal valve sensor. i was charged $361.03. apparently many of the s class cars have computer problems and i believe this model should be recalled to check pedal valve sensors and to install a saftey back up of some type. many people could have already been killed because of this potentially serious problem. the suspension problem centered around the airmatic system. 1st in the shop on sept. 6,2002 mileage 46,521. second malfunction march 21st. mileage 53,846. this is when they charged me. next occurrence april 3, 2003. mileage 54,150. the dealership eventually refunded $585.89 of those charges with no explanation how they arrived at that number. accelerator failed on january 6, 2003 mileage 51,934. i had to take my car to daytona beach, 30 miles away, 10 times in just over 10,000 miles. daytona beach has been very helpful but my attempts to deal with their corporate office have been meet with a condescending and uncooperative attitude. it is clear that their once terrific image of quality and customer satisfaction is a thing of the past. as information i have shared this information with the usa president of mercedes paul halata. i wrote him on april 3 and again on may 14 since i received no reply. he had a customer service rep. who answers the phone write me a terrible letter that had the wrong car and wrong vin. he was the same guy i called when the problems first began who did not return my calls. nevertheless, the accelerator issue is a serious issue, everything else is just the new way of doing business in america..Mileage was 46521 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J8YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in PALM COAST, FL. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust SystemMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Review #10070712 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Sept 15, 2002.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM . my major concern is the failure of my accelerator to respond. this could have easily been a fatal accident. i was beginning to enter the interstate and the accelarator simply failed to respond. immediately got it to the shop and they replaced the pedal valve sender, pedal housing assembly,and input new codes for the pedal valve sensor. i was charged $361.03. apparently many of the s class cars have computer problems and i believe this model should be recalled to check pedal valve sensors and to install a saftey back up of some type. many people could have already been killed because of this potentially serious problem. the suspension problem centered around the airmatic system. 1st in the shop on sept. 6,2002 mileage 46,521. second malfunction march 21st. mileage 53,846. this is when they charged me. next occurrence april 3, 2003. mileage 54,150. the dealership eventually refunded $585.89 of those charges with no explanation how they arrived at that number. accelerator failed on january 6, 2003 mileage 51,934. i had to take my car to daytona beach, 30 miles away, 10 times in just over 10,000 miles. daytona beach has been very helpful but my attempts to deal with their corporate office have been meet with a condescending and uncooperative attitude. it is clear that their once terrific image of quality and customer satisfaction is a thing of the past. as information i have shared this information with the usa president of mercedes paul halata. i wrote him on april 3 and again on may 14 since i received no reply. he had a customer service rep. who answers the phone write me a terrible letter that had the wrong car and wrong vin. he was the same guy i called when the problems first began who did not return my calls. nevertheless, the accelerator issue is a serious issue, everything else is just the new way of doing business in america..Mileage was 46521 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J8YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in PALM COAST, FL. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Visibility Power Window Devices And ControlsMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls Review #10070712 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Sept 15, 2002.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS . my major concern is the failure of my accelerator to respond. this could have easily been a fatal accident. i was beginning to enter the interstate and the accelarator simply failed to respond. immediately got it to the shop and they replaced the pedal valve sender, pedal housing assembly,and input new codes for the pedal valve sensor. i was charged $361.03. apparently many of the s class cars have computer problems and i believe this model should be recalled to check pedal valve sensors and to install a saftey back up of some type. many people could have already been killed because of this potentially serious problem. the suspension problem centered around the airmatic system. 1st in the shop on sept. 6,2002 mileage 46,521. second malfunction march 21st. mileage 53,846. this is when they charged me. next occurrence april 3, 2003. mileage 54,150. the dealership eventually refunded $585.89 of those charges with no explanation how they arrived at that number. accelerator failed on january 6, 2003 mileage 51,934. i had to take my car to daytona beach, 30 miles away, 10 times in just over 10,000 miles. daytona beach has been very helpful but my attempts to deal with their corporate office have been meet with a condescending and uncooperative attitude. it is clear that their once terrific image of quality and customer satisfaction is a thing of the past. as information i have shared this information with the usa president of mercedes paul halata. i wrote him on april 3 and again on may 14 since i received no reply. he had a customer service rep. who answers the phone write me a terrible letter that had the wrong car and wrong vin. he was the same guy i called when the problems first began who did not return my calls. nevertheless, the accelerator issue is a serious issue, everything else is just the new way of doing business in america..Mileage was 46521 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J8YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in PALM COAST, FL. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Equipment ElectricalMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Equipment Electrical Review #10070712 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Sept 15, 2002.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL . my major concern is the failure of my accelerator to respond. this could have easily been a fatal accident. i was beginning to enter the interstate and the accelarator simply failed to respond. immediately got it to the shop and they replaced the pedal valve sender, pedal housing assembly,and input new codes for the pedal valve sensor. i was charged $361.03. apparently many of the s class cars have computer problems and i believe this model should be recalled to check pedal valve sensors and to install a saftey back up of some type. many people could have already been killed because of this potentially serious problem. the suspension problem centered around the airmatic system. 1st in the shop on sept. 6,2002 mileage 46,521. second malfunction march 21st. mileage 53,846. this is when they charged me. next occurrence april 3, 2003. mileage 54,150. the dealership eventually refunded $585.89 of those charges with no explanation how they arrived at that number. accelerator failed on january 6, 2003 mileage 51,934. i had to take my car to daytona beach, 30 miles away, 10 times in just over 10,000 miles. daytona beach has been very helpful but my attempts to deal with their corporate office have been meet with a condescending and uncooperative attitude. it is clear that their once terrific image of quality and customer satisfaction is a thing of the past. as information i have shared this information with the usa president of mercedes paul halata. i wrote him on april 3 and again on may 14 since i received no reply. he had a customer service rep. who answers the phone write me a terrible letter that had the wrong car and wrong vin. he was the same guy i called when the problems first began who did not return my calls. nevertheless, the accelerator issue is a serious issue, everything else is just the new way of doing business in america..Mileage was 46521 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J8YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in PALM COAST, FL. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Steering Electric Power Assist SystemMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Steering Electric Power Assist System Review #10068236 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Apr 22, 2004.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM . sudden loss of control of steering. streeing became very very heavy.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in FAIRFAX, VA. Vehicle was purchased on May 14, 2001. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Wiring Interior/under DashMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Wiring Interior/under Dash Review #10100832 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Sept 17, 2004.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH . 2000 mercedes s-430 blower motor fuse failure with gauge cluster problem(all gauages got stuck with blower motor fuse explosion at same time, i had fixed the blower motor fuse that was covered by mb's recall, but not the gauge) mb dealer said that was just the gauge problem but that happened at same time when the fuse went out(i was driving at 60mph and suddenly, all gauge stopped and some light does not turn on anymore). i heard that gauge cluster problem is a really common issue on s class from the dealer and the gauge clusters are in back-order nationwide. untill dec. 2004 i guess there should be further investigation about this issue... this incident has great potential to an accident in certain situations.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 64000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70JXYA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in KIRKLAND, WA. Vehicle was purchased on Feb 09, 2003. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BARRIER MERCEDES-BENZ . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Fuses And Circuit BreakersMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Fuses And Circuit Breakers Review #10104986 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Dec 16, 2004.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS . consumer received recall 04v227000 concerning blower motor fuse holder. consumer took vehicle and the notification to the dealer, who refused to service the vehicle. consumer later contacted the manufacturer and told his side of the story. manufacturer would not assist or aide consumer. *ak.Mileage was 53000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J9YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in TALAHASEE, FL. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Springs Air Suspension SystemMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Springs Air Suspension System Review #10108181 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Jan 17, 2005.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM . as i was driving on the us280, at 65 mph, the front end of my 2000 mercedes s430 suddenly dropped almost 12 inches. a message appeared on my dash saying something like: car too low, stop immediately. *ak as i turned the stearing wheel to exit to the road's shoulder, a load squealing sound began because my wheels were striking the car's wheel wells. therefore, i had to slowly navigate to the right so that my tires weren't torn to shreads. i had the car towed to park avenue motors and they replaced a hydraulic pump that controls raising and lowering the car..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 75000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70JXYA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in LOS ALTOS HILLS, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. DEALER'S NAME: LONG BEACH MERCEDES . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Springs Air Suspension System Review #10137686 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Sept 22, 2005.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM . driving on the highway all of a sudden the front suspension of my car drop. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J6YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in ST.LOUIS, MO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical SystemMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Review #10137827 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Sept 10, 2005.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . failure: 2000 mercedes s class instrument cluster failure. all electronic gauges, including mph, rpms, fuel gauge, heat sensor, etc., ceased working on approximately september 10, 2005, and have not worked since. i have called dealership and will be taking car in for service. i have also called mercedes directly. i have heard that this is a common problem with this make of car. i consider this is a safety issue. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J7YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in NASHVILLE, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: MERECEDES BENZ . DEALER'S CITY: COOL SPRINGS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TN. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 SteeringMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Steering Review #10142132 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Aug 10, 2005.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with STEERING . 200 mercedes s430 power steering failed. *ts the power steering pump need to be replaced. the steering rack leaked and needed to be aligned. the consumer requested a refund since the charges related to a defect. *sc .Mileage was 69869 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J9YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in CHARLOTTE, NC. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 31, 1999. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. DEALER'S NAME: BECK IMPORTS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 704 535 6400 . DEALER'S CITY: CHARLOTTE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 28212 . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior LightingMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior Lighting Review #10142662 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Apr 01, 2005.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . my 200 s430 panel was black out even the engine was turn on. after a few tries and reset, it went back to normal. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 39000 miles. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in CASTRO VALLEY, CA. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PLEASANTON MERCEDES . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Wiring Interior/under DashMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Wiring Interior/under Dash Review #10143257 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Aug 31, 2005.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH . 2000 s500 instrument cluster began to fail after 58,000 miles, total failure of illumination occurred at 63,000 miles. in addition to all gauge failure, most importantly the speedometer, in door trunk release failed as well as the keyless remote for the trunk failed. took vehicle to dealership, i was told by service that "good thing this didn't go bad on a sl500, it would cost you $7,500.00. yours is only $2,000.00 dollars." diagnosed as an electronic failure to the instrument cluster. the consequences were a speeding ticket on 11/17/05, i ran out of gas on the side of a very busy highway, and was nearly hit by another motorist on october 1, 2005. *jb .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 63201 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J3YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in CATONSVILLE, MD. Vehicle was purchased on Feb 23, 2005. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 OtherMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Other Review #10151946 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Feb 01, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with OTHER . 2000 mercedes s500v steering wheel was replaced. upon inspection of vehicle mechanic determined that instrument cluster had been worked on before. *ts the vehicle was purchased with an odometer reading of 69 miles. when the consumer contacted the manufacturer he was told that he was not the original owner of the vehicle. the vehicle had been owned by another person for three months. the consumer was then told that warranty work had been performed on the vehicle and that at that time the mileage was 128 miles. a day later, more warranty work was done and the mileage was 220+ miles. a law suit has been filed. *nm updated 02/24/06. *jb.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J9YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in HILLSBOROUGH, CA. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 17, 2000. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: AUTOBAHN MOTORS . DEALER'S CITY: BELMONT . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 94002 . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical SystemMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Review #10151946 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Feb 01, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 2000 mercedes s500v steering wheel was replaced. upon inspection of vehicle mechanic determined that instrument cluster had been worked on before. *ts the vehicle was purchased with an odometer reading of 69 miles. when the consumer contacted the manufacturer he was told that he was not the original owner of the vehicle. the vehicle had been owned by another person for three months. the consumer was then told that warranty work had been performed on the vehicle and that at that time the mileage was 128 miles. a day later, more warranty work was done and the mileage was 220+ miles. a law suit has been filed. *nm updated 02/24/06. *jb.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J9YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in HILLSBOROUGH, CA. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 17, 2000. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: AUTOBAHN MOTORS . DEALER'S CITY: BELMONT . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 94002 . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Tires Tread/beltMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Tires Tread/belt Review #10152062 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Mar 03, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with TIRES:TREAD/BELT . 2000 mercedes benz s500 equipped with continental contact touring 22560hr16 tires had steel belting protruding between tread and next layer at 18000 mi. replaced all 4 with new identical tires. replaced again after 20000 mi due to tread separation. in january 2006, after 10000 mi, a blowout on the highway 101 "grapevine". was able to control the car, used spare to get home, and had the tire replaced due to tread separation. had the car in for service several times due to an unusual vibration, and was informed that i had 2 defective tires in the front which were replaced february 21st 2006. on friday march 3rd, on a dry cool straight freeway, a catastrophic blowout on the front drivers tire caused the car to veer left into a bridge curb causing major damage. these tires have got to be dangerous! to many failures for new tires. *nm.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in CAPITOLA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Air BagsMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Air Bags Review #10152519 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Jan 13, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . vehicle was hit by a semi-truck on driver side throwing drivers head and body into side door/glass windows. no air bags deployed! car was severely damaged and was repaired by farmers insurance repair. air bags were not replaced!!!! driver suffered upper body trauma, particularly rib cage. total air bag failure. *nm.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 67400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J6YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in APTOS, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument PanelMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10159079 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on June 06, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . dt*: the contact stated the instrument panel began dimming intermittently until it was completely dark. as a result, none of the gauges are illuminated. there is an nhtsa recall, # 06v028000, regarding the interior lighting. the vin was not included in the recall. *ak .Mileage was 87000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J5YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in PHILADELPHIA, PA. Vehicle was purchased on Feb 03, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: UNKNOWN . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10160774 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Apr 15, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . dt*: the contact stated that the instrument panel on the vehicle turned off, resulting in the inability to read any of the gauges. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic shop, where it was determined that there is an electrical malfunction in the instrument cluster. there is a nhtsa recall # 10160766 pertaining to the the interior lighting. the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin.*ak.Mileage was 49000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75JXYA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in MYAKKA CITY, FL. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: MERCEDES-BENZ OF SARASOTA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 941-923-3441 . DEALER'S CITY: SARASOTA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10161499 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on June 15, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . dt*: the contact stated the dashboard failed to illuminate. the dealership has been alerted who determined the dashboard panel needed to be replaced and reprogrammed. also the key sensor malfunctioned. the sensor prevented the key from turning the engine on and off. as a result of the malfunction the vehicle was inoperable. the dealership was alerted and the key sensor was replaced which corrected the problem. the model is a s430.there is a nhtsa recall, # 06v028000, regarding the interior lighting. the vin was not included in the recall. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 112000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J1YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in AGOURA, CA. Vehicle was purchased on June 01, 2001. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SILVER STAR . DEALER'S CITY: WESTLAKE VILLAGE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Equipment Electrical Air ConditionerMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Equipment Electrical Air Conditioner Review #10161986 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on June 29, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AIR CONDITIONER . dt*: the contact stated that there was overheating with the air conditioner as related to recall #00v141000. the vehicle was taken to the dealers who determined that the blow motor and the regulator needed repairs however the problems were not related to the recall. the contact expressed the dealer did not check the vehicle's vin number to confirm the analysis. the manufacturer was also alerted who confirmed that the problem was not part of the recall. problems with the vehicle still persist. the dealer stated a blower motor was needed for the air condition. updated 07/25/06. *jb.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J4YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in OWINGS MILLS, MD. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 17, 2004. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: PRESTIGE IMPORTS . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical SystemMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Review #10161986 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on June 29, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . dt*: the contact stated that there was overheating with the air conditioner as related to recall #00v141000. the vehicle was taken to the dealers who determined that the blow motor and the regulator needed repairs however the problems were not related to the recall. the contact expressed the dealer did not check the vehicle's vin number to confirm the analysis. the manufacturer was also alerted who confirmed that the problem was not part of the recall. problems with the vehicle still persist. the dealer stated a blower motor was needed for the air condition. updated 07/25/06. *jb.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J4YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in OWINGS MILLS, MD. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 17, 2004. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: PRESTIGE IMPORTS . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior LightingMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior Lighting Review #10162759 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on July 17, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . on 7/16/06 the instrument panel of my mercedes 2000 s500 [xxx] went completely blank. this was the first time this happened after driving off from smythe european dealership (san jose, ca) for a/c repair and to reprogram a remote key. i took the car to the dealership and was told that the instrument cluster needs to be replaced for $ 2400.00. i quoted recall number 06v028000 from the nhtsa and i am not getting a favorable response. *nm updated 07/12/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).Mileage was 62575 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J9YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in MANTECA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SMYTHE EUROPEAN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 408 983 5200 . DEALER'S CITY: SAN JOSE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 95129 . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior Lighting Review #10162781 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . while driving our 2000 s-500 mercedes, we noticed the lights on the dash board begin to flicker on & off?! at certain moments, the lights which illuminate the gauges would actually go off completely briefly so it becomes impossible to read the infos on the dash board. we took the car to our mechanic whom informed us that there is actually a recall for the defect our car is experiencing under nhtsa's campaign id #06v028000. we called mercedes @ 800-367-6372 & was informed by patricia rosado there is no recall but merely a "service issue" they're attempting to resolve on certain vehicles with qualifying vehicle identification numbers. it is apparent that the malfunction we are experiencing with the lights on our dash board correspond to the recall problem as identified by the office of defects investigation. if our vehicle having this problem is not being recognized by mercedes under their qualifying vin, then there must be thousands of other 2000 s-class mercedes vehicles out there with this defect unbeknownst by the owners! the cost to repair is very expensive & mercedes should be responsible to cure this problem. due to this defect, mercedes is not only jeopardizing the lives of the car owners & their families but also other drivers & their families on the road! *nm .Mileage was 82100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J7YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in SAN MATEO, CA. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 06, 2003. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: LUXOR MOTORS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 510-713-7000 . DEALER'S CITY: FREMONT . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 94536 . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument PanelMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10164366 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2005.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . dt*: the contact stated the interior lighting of the instrument panel illuminated intermittently. the contact believed the cause was an electrical malfunction. a recall was found on the manufacturer's website that matched the same problems the vehicle had. the manufacturer was contacted and determined that the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin..Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J6YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in LAWRENCE, KS. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: MERCEDES BENZ USA . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior LightingMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior Lighting Review #10165306 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on June 05, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . mercedes benz is ignoring nhtsa campaign id number, 06v028000. i have called them at least 5 times and they have said they don't have to do it and have no plans to comply with the campaign. this is very dangerous and i almost crashed when my light panel went out. *jb.Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in PLEASANTON, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: MERCED BENZ OF LAJOLLA . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument PanelMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10165770 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Aug 17, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . dt*: the contact stated without warning the dashboard lights failed to illuminate. the dealership determined the instrument cluster needed to be replaced. there was a nhtsa recall, # 06v028000, regarding the interior lighting. the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin.*ak.Mileage was 50123 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J5YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in YPSILANTI, MI. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 17, 1999. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: MERCEDES BENZ OF ANN ARBOR . DEALER'S CITY: ANN ARBOR . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MI. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Springs Air Suspension SystemMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Springs Air Suspension System Review #10166081 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Oct 31, 2005.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM . 1) the car was parked in a garage for one week while i was away. 2) upon return, the whole suspension system had failed, causing the vehicle to rest only 3 inches from the ground. fortunately the car was parked when this happened! 3) outcomes: mileage: 46120 repaired: $2050.84: replaced both front air suspensions, replaced hydropneumat relief valve and compressor for sir suspension car value: approx. $25,000 4) follow-up: today, august 21, 2006 there are warning lights on the dash that the suspension system has 3 failures. will take to dealer for inspection. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 46120 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J5YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in YPSILANTI, MI. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 17, 1999. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: MERCEDES-BENZ OF ANN ARBOR . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 734-663-3300 . DEALER'S CITY: ANN ARBOR . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MI. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 48103-1811. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument PanelMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10166239 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . dt*: the contact stated the vehicle's instrument panel illuminated intermittently. there was a nhtsa recall# 06v028000, regarding the interior lighting. the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin.*ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J4YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in OWINGS MILLS, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior LightingMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior Lighting Review #10167686 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Sept 07, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . dt*: the contact stated the lights on the dash went out. the dealer determined the instrument cluster needed to be replaced. there was a nhtsa recall, # 06v028000, regarding the interior lighting. the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin.*ak updated 10/25/2006 - on two occasion this almost caused and accident. *nm.Mileage was 104000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J3YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in HAMDEN, CT. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 28, 2003. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: MERCEDES OF NORTH HAVEN . DEALER'S CITY: NORTH HAVEN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument PanelMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10169219 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Sept 25, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . dt*: the contact stated the instrument panel lights went out and came back on unexpectedly without warning. eventually the lights stopped working at all. there was a nhtsa recall, # 06v028000, regarding the interior lighting. the dealership informed the contact they were not sure which vin numbers would be included in the recall.*ak.Mileage was 96000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75JXYA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in ELLICOTT CITY, MD. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 04, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: UNKNOWN . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Review #10171309 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Oct 15, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . my instrument cluster is flickering and i was told by mercedes west springfield i needed a new cluster at $1710. i searched online and found a recall for the exact same issue on newer s class cars like mine, and many complaints of non-action on older (2000-2002) cars on the part of mercedes. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 28000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J7YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in SPRINGFIELD, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 12, 1999. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: LEWBAR IMPORTS . DEALER'S CITY: WEST SPRINGFIELD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 01089 . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Review #10171331 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Oct 07, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . the instrument cluster panel on my s500 2000 mercedes benz lost its lighting and then lost all its functions. mercedes has recalled 36,000 s500 2000 for this problem but my vehicle is not included in the recall. by their own admission, this problem constitutes a safety issue and costs approximately 2000 dollars to correct. i had to pay the money because my vehicle is not covered in the recall. obviously, it should be. i had the cluster replaced as it was unsafe to drive under the conditions. *nm.Mileage was 89400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J1YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in SALEM, NH. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 10, 2003. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior LightingMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior Lighting Review #10172068 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Jan 15, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . in reference to campaign 06v028000 what is the basis for exclusion of some cars of the same year vs others. just because the 7 cars that were part of the original complaint fall in the narrowly defined vin range does not mean other cars of the same model and year do not have the same problem. the defective clusters are the same. i have a 2000 s500 with a failed cluster. i have the same problem with the same part for the same model and year that other cars are being repaired for free, but my car is excluded because its vin range is statistically not in the same narrow vin range corresponding to the original complaint? this seems very exclusionary given my car is the same model and year and the part is the same and there is no basis to exclude it. i am requesting nhtsa to widen the recall range to be fair to all owners of the same model and year where some are being recalled and some not. if the failed clusters were from different manufacturers that would be one thing, but to exclude cars due to vin range corresponding to the original 7 cars as part of the complaint is very lop sided. i request you to please widen the recall. my vin ending range is a127167. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 110000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J0YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in ALISO VIEJO, CA. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 15, 2003. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument PanelMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10172824 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Oct 05, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . dt*: the contact stated the vehicle was taken to the dealer for regular maintenance, who determined the instrument cluster had failed. the dealer expressed this was a common problem with many vehicles under a recall but the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin. there were no warnings prior to the incident. the manufacturer was notified and confirmed that the vehicle was not under a recall. the contact found recalls #06v028000 about the interior lighting affecting the instrument cluster. the vehicle had not been repaired.*ak.Mileage was 47000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J1YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in INDIANAPOLIS, IN. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 01, 1999. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: WORLWIDE MOTORS INC. . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10173080 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on July 06, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . instrument cluster not working, blacked out. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 88424 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J5YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in PHILADELPHIA, PA. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 23, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SOMERSET AUTO . DEALER'S CITY: SOMERSET . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NJ. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10173610 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Nov 08, 2005.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . the instrument cluster on my car went blank making it impossible to read any of the gauges at night. it is very unsafe. *nm.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J7YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in SOUTH PORTLAND, ME. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: PRIME MOTOTS . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10174001 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on July 15, 2006.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . 2000 mercedes benz s-430 instrument cluster complete failure. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 44200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J8YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in SAN JOSE, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Feb 15, 2000. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SMYTHE EUROPEAN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 408-983-5200 . DEALER'S CITY: SAN JOSE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 95139 . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10174389 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Oct 14, 2005.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . attn: ali motamedamin, safety defect investigator/inspector nhtsa campaign#: 06v-028. on approximately october 14, 2005 while driving my mercedes benz 2000 s430 on interstate 285 in atlanta, ga., the dashboard digital instruments totally failed and i was unable to read any gauges and indicators while vehicle was in motion at approx. 65 mph. i immediately contacted and scheduled an appointment with mercedes benz of south atlanta who determined it to be instrument cluster being inoperable and i was charged for replacement on october 19, 2005. recently i was made aware of the recall, nhsta campaign#:06v-028 and when i contacted mercedes benz customer relations on november 27, 2006, i was told that my vin#/vmi was out of the scope of the recall. at which time i expressed that recall part 573 and circumstances of failure applied to my make and model vehicle and i had documented mercedes benz service repair invoice supporting that fact. i was informed that my complaint/concern would be documented but no action/reimbursement would be taken and if i elected, i could address my complaint via mail to ernst leib, president of mbusa but he could not provide me with any other point of contact regarding recall matter and the conversation was concluded. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 91600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J5YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in EAST POINT, GA. Vehicle was purchased on July 24, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. DEALER'S NAME: MERCEDES-BENZ OF SOUTH ATLANTA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 770-964-1700 . DEALER'S CITY: ATLANTA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: GA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 30349 . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior LightingMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior Lighting Review #10174389 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Oct 14, 2005.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . attn: ali motamedamin, safety defect investigator/inspector nhtsa campaign#: 06v-028. on approximately october 14, 2005 while driving my mercedes benz 2000 s430 on interstate 285 in atlanta, ga., the dashboard digital instruments totally failed and i was unable to read any gauges and indicators while vehicle was in motion at approx. 65 mph. i immediately contacted and scheduled an appointment with mercedes benz of south atlanta who determined it to be instrument cluster being inoperable and i was charged for replacement on october 19, 2005. recently i was made aware of the recall, nhsta campaign#:06v-028 and when i contacted mercedes benz customer relations on november 27, 2006, i was told that my vin#/vmi was out of the scope of the recall. at which time i expressed that recall part 573 and circumstances of failure applied to my make and model vehicle and i had documented mercedes benz service repair invoice supporting that fact. i was informed that my complaint/concern would be documented but no action/reimbursement would be taken and if i elected, i could address my complaint via mail to ernst leib, president of mbusa but he could not provide me with any other point of contact regarding recall matter and the conversation was concluded. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 91600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J5YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in EAST POINT, GA. Vehicle was purchased on July 24, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. DEALER'S NAME: MERCEDES-BENZ OF SOUTH ATLANTA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 770-964-1700 . DEALER'S CITY: ATLANTA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: GA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 30349 . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Exterior Lighting Tail LightsMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Exterior Lighting Tail Lights Review #10189135 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Apr 27, 2007.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS . tl*the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz sl340. the contact stated that several attempts were made to repair the tail lights due to recall # 2006-080005. however, the failure continued to occur. the dealer stated that the parts needed for the repair would not be available for four months. the contact called the dealer and manufacturer to follow-up on the failures, but neither have provided a response. the tail light bulbs burned out two days after the vehicle's most recent repair was completed. the current mileage is 72,500 , and failure mileage was 3,000. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 3000 miles. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in THOUSAND OAKS, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 10, 2001. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SILVER STAR AG LIMITED . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 8053715400 . DEALER'S CITY: THOUSAND OAKS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 91362 . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Rear Springs Air Suspension SystemMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Rear Springs Air Suspension System Review #10189289 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Apr 20, 2007.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM . had 2000 mercedes s500, car in garage for a week, noticed the car is very low, tires almost rubbing the inside of the fenders, turned car on and warning massage said " car is too low, stop aeronautic system" raised the car with a panel button, car raised. called the dealer, said you can drive it. i drove it and it very noisy, the second day did the same, very low almost on the ground. same problem happened before about six month ago,while out of the state, told by the dealer it need reselling the aromatic system. fixed that time (october 2006) cost me about $650. problem keep going with the same aromatic system. looked up online, www.benzworld.org and found hundreds of similar complains about the same airmatic system. it is very expensive to repaired, and if repaired, it keep failing over and over. there must be a recall to correct it. it is very dangerous if it happened while driving, the whole suspension might collapse which may cause serious injuries. pleaase help, thanks. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 98300 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J4YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in GREENVILLE, MS. Vehicle was purchased on Feb 10, 2007. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Springs Air Suspension SystemMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Springs Air Suspension System Review #10189289 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Apr 20, 2007.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM . had 2000 mercedes s500, car in garage for a week, noticed the car is very low, tires almost rubbing the inside of the fenders, turned car on and warning massage said " car is too low, stop aeronautic system" raised the car with a panel button, car raised. called the dealer, said you can drive it. i drove it and it very noisy, the second day did the same, very low almost on the ground. same problem happened before about six month ago,while out of the state, told by the dealer it need reselling the aromatic system. fixed that time (october 2006) cost me about $650. problem keep going with the same aromatic system. looked up online, www.benzworld.org and found hundreds of similar complains about the same airmatic system. it is very expensive to repaired, and if repaired, it keep failing over and over. there must be a recall to correct it. it is very dangerous if it happened while driving, the whole suspension might collapse which may cause serious injuries. pleaase help, thanks. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 98300 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J4YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in GREENVILLE, MS. Vehicle was purchased on Feb 10, 2007. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Power Train Automatic TransmissionMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10190533 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on May 11, 2007.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . s430 sedan mercedes_benz 2000, when stopping the car the shifter would not release from park ,causing the driver stuck on a freeway 215 in las vegas due to an accident in front .the troopers told everyone to turn off their cars as there was a 1 hour wait. stuck at a in/out burger place drive up window, causing disrruption to buisness and traffic behind. *ak 3.stuck at home (luckily) neede to be dollied towed to dealer. advised by techs as well as service advisors that this was not uncommon for 2000-2002 s cars and that most techs and mangement knows about it. so they need a campaign to fix these cars and not stick it to the customer as this is in my opinion a safety issue.my vehicle is service by an authorized mb dealership fletcher-jones imports in las vegas where the vehicle sits now..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 52888 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J0YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in LAS VGAS, NV. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: FLETCHER-JONES IMPORTS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 7023642700 . DEALER'S CITY: LAS VEGAS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NV. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument PanelMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10192099 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Apr 22, 2007.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . the instrument cluster containing the speedometer, gauges for gas, etc. went off and the steering column moved down almost touching my legs because of an electrical malfunction on my mercedes s class 2000 model. i had it checked out and have a printout dated 4/22-07 that shows that the failure occurred. i had received a recall number 06v028000 from mercedes and alerted to the problem and an extended warranty to cover the cost of repair of the problem. the local dealer would not honor that printout and said that it had to happen again and show up on their computer in order to fix the problem. this is dangerous and i could be 500 miles more or less from this dealership when it happens again. you cannot see anything on the instrument panel. i could not tell how fast i was going, how much fuel i had in the vehicle, etc. when a recall is issued, i thought it was mandatory that the problem be fixed. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100989 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J6YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in ROANOKE, VA. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 13, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: HAMMERSLEY GROUP . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 540-344-6284 . DEALER'S CITY: ROANOKE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 24014-6652. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Springs Air Suspension SystemMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Springs Air Suspension System Review #10192385 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Feb 18, 2007.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM . tl*the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz s430. while driving 35 mph, the air ride suspension failure warning light illuminated. the vehicle dropped approximately four inches, which made it impossible to steer. the dealer did not inspect the vehicle. the contact stated that the cause of failure was due to the air compressor that controls the air ride suspension. the dealer replaced the air compressor and no other failures have occurred. the current mileage is 70,000 and failure mileage was 68,000. the consumer stated he would like to know the status of his complaint. updated 06/20/07. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 68000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J9YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in RIVERSIDE, RI. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 01, 2003. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. DEALER'S NAME: FOREIGN MOTORS WEST . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Springs Air Suspension System Review #10201861 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Sept 02, 2007.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM . i own a 2000 mercedes benz s500 sedan. while pulling into my parking space at home, the rear of my vehicle dropped to approximately 3" from the ground without warning, i had no idea why this happened. had the vehicle towed to a mb dealership. they told me that the airmatic pump on the suspension system failed and needs to be replaced at a cost of $1500.00 us. i'm hoping there is no further damage to my vehicle. thank god i wasn't on a highway when this happened. *jb.Mileage was 74515 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J0YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in WEST PALM BEACH, FL. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 19, 2007. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: MERCEDES BENZ OF PALM BEACH . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 561 689 6363 . DEALER'S CITY: WEST PALM BEACH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 33409 . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior LightingMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior Lighting Review #10205086 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Oct 03, 2007.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . i was driving down the highway at night and the lights on my instrument panel went completely out. my turning signals did not work and my when i tried to open my truck it would not open with the remote key. i had to call roadside assistance to get help with entering the trunk . the vehicle's instrument panel illuminated intermittently when the fused was replaced. there was a nhtsa recall# 06v028000, regarding the interior lighting. my vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin number. i have an appointment scheduled to take the car into the dealer to have the car repaired. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 140000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J2YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in COLLINSVILLE, OK. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 06, 2004. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: JACKIE COOPER . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 918 249-9393 . DEALER'S CITY: TULSA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OK. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Springs Air Suspension SystemMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Springs Air Suspension System Review #10207741 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Oct 25, 2007.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM . the airmatic suspension system in my mercedes benz s500 finally failed after acting up for some time. the whole car suddenly sank to the ground and made driving unsafe and almost impossible. my research into this problem on bensworld and other sites showed that this is a very, very common problem and an obvious defect in these cars. mercedes is so well aware of this that they sell a repair kits for leaks in the struts ($126 times 2!) as well as stocking many air compressors ($360) to replace the ones that go bad. plus mb charges exorbitantly high prices for the parts -- a simple electrical relay for the suspension was $75. the parts cost me over $700, and i did the work myself to keep from being further raped by mb to fix this defect just so i could drive my car. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 76000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J5YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in DALLAS, TX. Vehicle was purchased on Feb 21, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Springs Air Suspension System Review #10212186 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Nov 08, 2007.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM . as i was driving the airmatic system failed and cause the car to lower to an undrivable height, i checked and found that this is a major problem for this model. *tr.0 person(s) died.Mileage was 103000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J4YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in BROOKLYN, NY. Vehicle was purchased on May 17, 2007. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 80 mph. DEALER'S NAME: KAZ MOROT SALES . DEALER'S CITY: QUEENS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension RearMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Rear Review #10212739 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Nov 25, 2007.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . 2000 s 500 airmatic failure. car inoperable. *tr.Mileage was 84000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J6YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in PARK CITY, UT. Vehicle was purchased on June 01, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: MB OF LINDON . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 8012224400 . DEALER'S CITY: LINDON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: UT. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 84042 . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Springs Air Suspension SystemMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Springs Air Suspension System Review #10218847 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Apr 13, 2007.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM . i was driving on 95 north leaving florida and the front end of my car dropped. i was driving about 65 mph. fearing for my life i attempted to pull to the side of the road but it was very hard to even turn the wheel. the second time it happen on interstate 83 in baltimore city, the other side drop and i experienced the same thing. the failure that happen in florida i went to mercedes benz of orlando and they stated they have been seeing this problem often. the second incident, i took my car to pars auto in towson , md and they stated they have been doing about two to three of these cars a week for the same problem. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 105000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J3YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in BALTIMORE, MH. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 01, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument PanelMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10219026 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Feb 16, 2008.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . on february 16, 2008 the dash lights went out while driving at night, instead dash read something like cluster failure with a lightning bolt in the center. there were no turn signals either inside or outside when the lever was pushed. when i shut off the car the dash read 1 malfunction. i have noticed it working again, however not sure when it will go out again. i brought this up while at the dealership for service. they said there is a recall, but my vin is out of range. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 3 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J0YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in WINSTED, CT. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 20, 2007. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior LightingMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior Lighting Review #10219026 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Feb 16, 2008.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . on february 16, 2008 the dash lights went out while driving at night, instead dash read something like cluster failure with a lightning bolt in the center. there were no turn signals either inside or outside when the lever was pushed. when i shut off the car the dash read 1 malfunction. i have noticed it working again, however not sure when it will go out again. i brought this up while at the dealership for service. they said there is a recall, but my vin is out of range. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 3 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J0YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in WINSTED, CT. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 20, 2007. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument PanelMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10222590 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Mar 27, 2008.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . tl*the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz s430. while driving 55 mph, the instrument panel lights suddenly began flashing on and off. the vehicle has not been taken to the dealer. the contact discovered a recall for the defect; however, the vin was not included. the contact believes that his vehicle should be included in the recall and repaired. the recall number was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 54,200..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 54200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70JXYA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in TUSTIN, CA. Vehicle was purchased on May 01, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SAN DIEGO MERCEDES . Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 SuspensionMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Review #10229131 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on May 28, 2008.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . failure of "airmatic" suspension allows front of car to drop down to the point that the tires rub on the fenders. apparently there is no failsafe to prevent a dangerous highway situation. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 63000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J0YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in LUTHERVILLE, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension RearMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Rear Review #10230786 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on June 11, 2008.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . this car has an air suspension system which has a severe problem. the car has no springs, instead each shock absorber has a pneumatic system that supports the weight of the vehicle. *tr when both rear shock absorbers fail at the same time the whole rear of the car drops down and the car has to be stopped, posing no hazard. but when only one of the rear shock absorbers develops a small air leak, the car does not loose much height and there is loss of traction in the tire in the involved side because there is not sufficient vehicle weight being applied to it. this loss of traction in only one tire causes the tire to spin on light to moderate acceleration, but worse, it causes the tire to "lock up" on braking. immediately the abs system gets activated and in trying to prevent this "lock up", the abs system decreases the braking force on the remaining 3 tires causing marked decrease in braking capacity. when this happens at highway speeds, braking distance is extensively prolonged, posing an extreme hazard. this is a severe design flaw which merits immediate correction by the manufacturer, or action by the government to prevent this type of suspension from being installed in any vehicle sold in the usa..Mileage was 49000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J6YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in CAGUAS, PR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Rear Springs Air Suspension SystemMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Rear Springs Air Suspension System Review #10230786 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on June 11, 2008.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM . this car has an air suspension system which has a severe problem. the car has no springs, instead each shock absorber has a pneumatic system that supports the weight of the vehicle. *tr when both rear shock absorbers fail at the same time the whole rear of the car drops down and the car has to be stopped, posing no hazard. but when only one of the rear shock absorbers develops a small air leak, the car does not loose much height and there is loss of traction in the tire in the involved side because there is not sufficient vehicle weight being applied to it. this loss of traction in only one tire causes the tire to spin on light to moderate acceleration, but worse, it causes the tire to "lock up" on braking. immediately the abs system gets activated and in trying to prevent this "lock up", the abs system decreases the braking force on the remaining 3 tires causing marked decrease in braking capacity. when this happens at highway speeds, braking distance is extensively prolonged, posing an extreme hazard. this is a severe design flaw which merits immediate correction by the manufacturer, or action by the government to prevent this type of suspension from being installed in any vehicle sold in the usa..Mileage was 49000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J6YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in CAGUAS, PR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Review #10232454 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on June 20, 2008.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . this car has an air suspension system which has a severe problem. the car has no springs, instead each shock absorber has a pneumatic system that supports the weight of the vehicle. when both rear shock absorbers fail at the same time the whole rear of the car drops down and the car has to be stopped. when only one of the rear shock absorbers develops a small air leak, the car does not loose much height and there is loss of traction in the tire in the involved side because there is not sufficient vehicle weight being applied to it. this loss of traction in only one tire causes the tire to spin on light to moderate acceleration, but worse, it causes the tire to "lock up" on braking. the abs system gets activated and in trying to prevent this "lock up", the abs system decreases the braking force on the remaining 3 tires causing marked decrease in braking capacity. at highway speeds, braking distance is extensively prolonged, posing an extreme hazard. this is a severe design flaw which merits immediate correction by the manufacturer, or action by the government to prevent this type of suspension from being installed in any vehicle sold in the usa. this is a severe design flaw which merits immediate correction by the manufacturer, or action by the government to prevent this type of suspension from being installed in any vehicle sold in the usa. *tr .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J0YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in MILLTOWN, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling EngineMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10245441 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Oct 11, 2008.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . tl*the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz s class. the contact stated that the accelerator pedal has a switch that controls the pedal and regulates the speed. if the switch fails to connect, the engine does not rev. if it falls short, the vehicle goes into full acceleration whether it is in reverse or park. when the switch failed while driving 30 mph, the engine accelerated to approximately 60 mph. the vehicle continued at maximum speed. the contact had to place both feet on the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. the vehicle skidded and the engine had to be shut off. the contact attempted to restart the vehicle, but the failure persisted. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that a diagnostic would cost $100 and $350 to repair the switch. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was 112,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 112000 miles. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in SEABROOK, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Air Bags FrontalMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Air Bags Frontal Review #10247547 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Aug 25, 2008.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . a simple traffic accident which led to an explosion car air bags, and injuring my daughter in the right eye, and loss of vision, because the driver's side air bag has sharp edges with the stitch on the surface of this to beat touching the passenger and his face. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 1 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 181000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG65J8YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in RIYADH, 00. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Air Bags Frontal Review #10255150 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Aug 25, 2008.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . a simple traffic accident which led to air bag exploded, and injuring my daughter in the right eye, and loss of vision, because the driver's side air bag has sharp edges with the stitch on the surface of this to beat touching the passenger and his face. *tr.1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 110000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG65J8YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in RIYADH. P.O.BOX:2177, 00. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 SuspensionMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Review #10257424 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Feb 05, 2008.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . tl*the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz s500. the contact stated that the vehicle would ride very low on a constant basis. the air suspension indicator was illuminated on the instrument panel. he noticed that the indicator would illuminate and remain lit immediately after the vehicle was started. the vehicle would lift up and the contact noticed a leak in the air suspension system, which caused the vehicle to decrease in height. the dealer and manufacturer stated that there were no recalls for the issue and offered no assistance. the current mileage was approximately 60,000 and failure mileage was approximately 56,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 56000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J0YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in LOS ANGELES, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Air Bags Side/windowMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Air Bags Side/window Review #10261621 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Feb 07, 2009.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . on february 7 my wife was driving our 2000 s430 mb sedan and hit a curb on the drivers side. all the side airbags deployed. the damaged estimated was over $6000.00. my repair shop, mastercrafters inc. at 7406-08 westmore rd. in rockville, md noted that there was no other damages to the car. there was no suspension,frame or front end damage. mr. ken moran , the owner said that for the airbag to deploy without any other damage was extremely unusual and felt that this was an instance of a probable defective sensor or other airbag component failure. i am notifying mercedes benz of this occurrence, since i feel that this airbag deployment was a very dangerous situation and could have resulted in a serious accident. this event will surely cause my insurance rates to go up as well. a copy of this complaint will be sent to ussa, my insurer, and to mercedes benz of north america. *tr .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 53371 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J4YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Equipment Electrical Air ConditionerMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Equipment Electrical Air Conditioner Review #10263883 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Mar 01, 2009.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AIR CONDITIONER . tl*the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz s430. the contact stated that the dashboard became so hot that it was difficult to touch. the following day, the blower motor in the vehicle stopped working when the driver attempted to activate the air conditioner. the manufacturer stated that the previous owner had the vehicle repaired according to nhtsa campaign id number 00v141000 (equipment:electrical:air conditioner) in february of 2005; therefore, they were not responsible for the repair. the contact believes that the recall should still be valid because the failure has recurred. the current and failure mileages were 112,000. the consumer believed the repair was done incorrectly or done with faulty parts. updated 04/28/09.*jb.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 112000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J3YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in DELMAR, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield BlowerMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Blower Review #10263883 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Mar 01, 2009.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:BLOWER . tl*the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz s430. the contact stated that the dashboard became so hot that it was difficult to touch. the following day, the blower motor in the vehicle stopped working when the driver attempted to activate the air conditioner. the manufacturer stated that the previous owner had the vehicle repaired according to nhtsa campaign id number 00v141000 (equipment:electrical:air conditioner) in february of 2005; therefore, they were not responsible for the repair. the contact believes that the recall should still be valid because the failure has recurred. the current and failure mileages were 112,000. the consumer believed the repair was done incorrectly or done with faulty parts. updated 04/28/09.*jb.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 112000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J3YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in DELMAR, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension FrontMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Review #10303020 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Jan 27, 2010.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT . i'm probably not the first complain about this subject, as a simple search on www.google.com would reveal that this problem is nation wide. i own a 2000 s-class mercedes-benz (w220 chasis), and i too got some aromatic (air suspention) problem. while i was driving on a side street, my vehicle displayed a warning sign saying "aromatic stop vehicle too low". i began to pull over toward the side of the street by slightly turning the wheel to the right, when i noticed that the car was shaking from the friction of the wheel rubbing against the bumper (or fender). i did not notice any visible damage to my vehicle other that the car was sitting so low that a good five inches from the top of the tire was inside the fender. it was then that i realized where the noise and vibration came from. the speed that i was traveling when this happened was 20mph. i can not imagine what would happen if the travel speed would be over 55mph (a very common speed for freeway driving in the city), what about over 70mph in rural areas. something needs to be done about this before somebody gets hurt (hopefully not already). if a moving part comes to contact with a non moving on at high speeds, the consequence could be lethal. according to my reaserch, all the w220 chasis mercedes-benz have this "aromatic suspension" problem, all the mechanics also agree with that statement. please investigate for a possibility for a recall before it's to late. thank you. *cw.Mileage was 84000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J5YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in WARREN, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension RearMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Rear Review #10303020 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Jan 27, 2010.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . i'm probably not the first complain about this subject, as a simple search on www.google.com would reveal that this problem is nation wide. i own a 2000 s-class mercedes-benz (w220 chasis), and i too got some aromatic (air suspention) problem. while i was driving on a side street, my vehicle displayed a warning sign saying "aromatic stop vehicle too low". i began to pull over toward the side of the street by slightly turning the wheel to the right, when i noticed that the car was shaking from the friction of the wheel rubbing against the bumper (or fender). i did not notice any visible damage to my vehicle other that the car was sitting so low that a good five inches from the top of the tire was inside the fender. it was then that i realized where the noise and vibration came from. the speed that i was traveling when this happened was 20mph. i can not imagine what would happen if the travel speed would be over 55mph (a very common speed for freeway driving in the city), what about over 70mph in rural areas. something needs to be done about this before somebody gets hurt (hopefully not already). if a moving part comes to contact with a non moving on at high speeds, the consequence could be lethal. according to my reaserch, all the w220 chasis mercedes-benz have this "aromatic suspension" problem, all the mechanics also agree with that statement. please investigate for a possibility for a recall before it's to late. thank you. *cw.Mileage was 84000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J5YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in WARREN, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Review #10303020 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Jan 27, 2010.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . i'm probably not the first complain about this subject, as a simple search on www.google.com would reveal that this problem is nation wide. i own a 2000 s-class mercedes-benz (w220 chasis), and i too got some aromatic (air suspention) problem. while i was driving on a side street, my vehicle displayed a warning sign saying "aromatic stop vehicle too low". i began to pull over toward the side of the street by slightly turning the wheel to the right, when i noticed that the car was shaking from the friction of the wheel rubbing against the bumper (or fender). i did not notice any visible damage to my vehicle other that the car was sitting so low that a good five inches from the top of the tire was inside the fender. it was then that i realized where the noise and vibration came from. the speed that i was traveling when this happened was 20mph. i can not imagine what would happen if the travel speed would be over 55mph (a very common speed for freeway driving in the city), what about over 70mph in rural areas. something needs to be done about this before somebody gets hurt (hopefully not already). if a moving part comes to contact with a non moving on at high speeds, the consequence could be lethal. according to my reaserch, all the w220 chasis mercedes-benz have this "aromatic suspension" problem, all the mechanics also agree with that statement. please investigate for a possibility for a recall before it's to late. thank you. *cw.Mileage was 84000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J5YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in WARREN, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument PanelMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10320221 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Mar 15, 2010.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . instrument cluster went dark while driving my 2000 mercedes s500.Mileage was 134500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J9YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in APTOS, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior LightingMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior Lighting Review #10320221 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Mar 15, 2010.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . instrument cluster went dark while driving my 2000 mercedes s500.Mileage was 134500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J9YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in APTOS, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling SystemMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Review #10322512 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2009.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM . information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) september 2009 air blower to heater and air conditioning quit working. mechanic replaced fuse. air blower worked for 2 days. returned november 2009 and was told air blower would need to be replaced. february 2010 automatic trunk locks quit working. now trunk lock only works with key, no longer automatic. march 2010 air blower replaced. worked one week, then began malfunctioning until it no longer works. march 2010 dash lights began to flicker, then entire dash went out. door locks no longer automatic, no indicators for speedometer, turn signals, temperature controls etc. mechanic checked and replaced fuse. no results. mechanic indicated that instrument cluster would need to be replaced. internet research resulted in identifying recall of instrument cluster for 2000 "s" series, but that my vin #[xxx] is not included in the recall. internet research reveals that all these malfunctions are common among the 2000 "s" series along with the instrument cluster malfunction and does appear to be closely related to the instrument cluster issue. mechanic indicated that he has replaced hundreds of the instrument clusters for specifically the "s" series, primarily year 2000 and has seen many of the issues with my s430 correlating to the instrument cluster malfunction. *tr.Mileage was 199264 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70JXYA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in VANCOUVER, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Latches/locks/linkagesMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Latches/locks/linkages Review #10322512 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2009.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) september 2009 air blower to heater and air conditioning quit working. mechanic replaced fuse. air blower worked for 2 days. returned november 2009 and was told air blower would need to be replaced. february 2010 automatic trunk locks quit working. now trunk lock only works with key, no longer automatic. march 2010 air blower replaced. worked one week, then began malfunctioning until it no longer works. march 2010 dash lights began to flicker, then entire dash went out. door locks no longer automatic, no indicators for speedometer, turn signals, temperature controls etc. mechanic checked and replaced fuse. no results. mechanic indicated that instrument cluster would need to be replaced. internet research resulted in identifying recall of instrument cluster for 2000 "s" series, but that my vin #[xxx] is not included in the recall. internet research reveals that all these malfunctions are common among the 2000 "s" series along with the instrument cluster malfunction and does appear to be closely related to the instrument cluster issue. mechanic indicated that he has replaced hundreds of the instrument clusters for specifically the "s" series, primarily year 2000 and has seen many of the issues with my s430 correlating to the instrument cluster malfunction. *tr.Mileage was 199264 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70JXYA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in VANCOUVER, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior LightingMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior Lighting Review #10322512 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2009.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) september 2009 air blower to heater and air conditioning quit working. mechanic replaced fuse. air blower worked for 2 days. returned november 2009 and was told air blower would need to be replaced. february 2010 automatic trunk locks quit working. now trunk lock only works with key, no longer automatic. march 2010 air blower replaced. worked one week, then began malfunctioning until it no longer works. march 2010 dash lights began to flicker, then entire dash went out. door locks no longer automatic, no indicators for speedometer, turn signals, temperature controls etc. mechanic checked and replaced fuse. no results. mechanic indicated that instrument cluster would need to be replaced. internet research resulted in identifying recall of instrument cluster for 2000 "s" series, but that my vin #[xxx] is not included in the recall. internet research reveals that all these malfunctions are common among the 2000 "s" series along with the instrument cluster malfunction and does appear to be closely related to the instrument cluster issue. mechanic indicated that he has replaced hundreds of the instrument clusters for specifically the "s" series, primarily year 2000 and has seen many of the issues with my s430 correlating to the instrument cluster malfunction. *tr.Mileage was 199264 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70JXYA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in VANCOUVER, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical SystemMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Review #10322512 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2009.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) september 2009 air blower to heater and air conditioning quit working. mechanic replaced fuse. air blower worked for 2 days. returned november 2009 and was told air blower would need to be replaced. february 2010 automatic trunk locks quit working. now trunk lock only works with key, no longer automatic. march 2010 air blower replaced. worked one week, then began malfunctioning until it no longer works. march 2010 dash lights began to flicker, then entire dash went out. door locks no longer automatic, no indicators for speedometer, turn signals, temperature controls etc. mechanic checked and replaced fuse. no results. mechanic indicated that instrument cluster would need to be replaced. internet research resulted in identifying recall of instrument cluster for 2000 "s" series, but that my vin #[xxx] is not included in the recall. internet research reveals that all these malfunctions are common among the 2000 "s" series along with the instrument cluster malfunction and does appear to be closely related to the instrument cluster issue. mechanic indicated that he has replaced hundreds of the instrument clusters for specifically the "s" series, primarily year 2000 and has seen many of the issues with my s430 correlating to the instrument cluster malfunction. *tr.Mileage was 199264 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70JXYA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in VANCOUVER, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 SuspensionMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Review #10332676 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Dec 10, 2008.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . as i was driving my 2001 mercedes benz s500. my airmatic suspension fail and my car front went down as i was driving on the freeway. my tires start rubbing into my wheel well and started smoking. the problem left the front end damage. i had the problem fix by a mercedes dealership. six month later the problem arise again. i don't drive the car for fear that i might get into an accident. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. Mileage was 140000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J4YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in SEATTLE, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior LightingMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior Lighting Review #10335298 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2010.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . tl* the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz s500. the contact stated that when starting the vehicle, the instrument panel was not illuminated. an authorized dealer was notified and informed the contact that his vin was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 06v028000 (interior lighting). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 112,000. .Mileage was 112000 miles. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in VERNON HILLS, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension FrontMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Review #10339212 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Feb 12, 2010.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT . the airmatic system on my mercedes benz s-500 has failed for a second time. the car-body dropped and is resting on the tires, making it impossible to operate the vehicle. *tr.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75JXYA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in LOS ANGELES, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Review #10339212 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Feb 12, 2010.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . the airmatic system on my mercedes benz s-500 has failed for a second time. the car-body dropped and is resting on the tires, making it impossible to operate the vehicle. *tr.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75JXYA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in LOS ANGELES, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension RearMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Rear Review #10339212 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Feb 12, 2010.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . the airmatic system on my mercedes benz s-500 has failed for a second time. the car-body dropped and is resting on the tires, making it impossible to operate the vehicle. *tr.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75JXYA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in LOS ANGELES, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical SystemMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Review #10339519 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on June 18, 2010.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . instrument cluster on 2000 my mercedes benz s500 illumination failed. cannot see gauges nor odometer. an obvious safety hazard. both dealer and m-b usa deny coverage under their 10-year warranty extension for this specific issue. the car was placed in service in 12/99 and waited for 10 years and 6 months before failure. formerly known for durability and reliability over many years, the company is now unwilling to stand behind their defective product. this is a safety issue. why would there be any time limit on a known safety failure? *tr.Mileage was 136000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75JXYA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in GARLAND, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior LightingMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior Lighting Review #10351598 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Aug 10, 2010.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . tl* the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz s-500. the contact was driving 55 mph when the entire instrumental cluster failed. the dealer advised that the instrument panel had malfunctioned. the contact inquired about nhtsa campaign id number: 06v028000 (interior lighting) but was advised by the dealer that his vin was not included. there vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 126,416..Mileage was 126416 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J7YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in CALUMENT, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument PanelMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10351936 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on May 23, 2010.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . tl* the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz s430.the contact stated the instrument panel failed. she stated that when the door was ajar and the interior light was illuminated, she could not see the instrument panel at all. the dealer stated he was unable to make repairs but did not give an explanation as to why. the manufacturer would not provide any assistance. the failure mileage was 85,000..Mileage was 85000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J8YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in AURORA, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior LightingMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior Lighting Review #10354606 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Sept 02, 2010.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . tl* the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz sclass. while driving at approximately 30 mph the lighting on the instrument panel began to blink and the lighting which illuminates the speedometer stopped illuminating. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where he was informed he would need to have the instrument panel replaced. he was also informed that his vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 06v028000, interior lighting. the vehicle was not repaired and the failure continues. the failure and current mileages were 91,000. .Mileage was 91000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J0YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in MILFORD, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield BlowerMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Blower Review #10355310 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Sept 09, 2010.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:BLOWER . tl* the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz s430. the contact was driving approximately 45 mph with the air conditioner activated when it stopped independently. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the technician informed the contact that the failure was caused by the blower motor regulator. the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign id number: 04v227000 (electrical system: fuses and circuit breakers) yet the blower was not repaired. the contact inquired about nhtsa campaign id number 00v141000 (equipment: electrical: air conditioner) yet the dealer refused the repair, stating that the blower regulator was not a component covered by the recall repair. the blower motor regulator was not replaced. the failure mileage was approximately 167,789..Mileage was 167789 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J1YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in ALPHARETTA, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Equipment Electrical Air ConditionerMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Equipment Electrical Air Conditioner Review #10365262 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2008.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AIR CONDITIONER . tl*the contact owns a 2000 mercedes-benz s430. the contact stated that nhtsa campaign id 00v141000 (equipment:electrical:air conditioner) was the exact and precise problem that he was experiencing. the contact smelled a burning odor coming from his heater blower for approximately two years. the dealer was contacted and informed him that the recall did not apply to his vehicle. the vin was unknown. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was unavailable. .Vehicle was on fire. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in CORDOVA, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical SystemMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Review #10366557 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Nov 16, 2008.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . tl*the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz s430. the contact stated that the instrument panel was too bright. while driving, the brightness of the fuel gauge adjusted on its own. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the instrument panel needed to be replaced. the current mileage was approximately 95,000. the failure mileage was approximately 75,000. .Mileage was 75000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J0YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in MEDFORD, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 SuspensionMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Review #10367763 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Nov 24, 2005.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . tl*the contact owns a 2000 mercedes-benz s430. while driving approximately 60 mph, the contact heard a scraping noise and noticed that the vehicle was lower to the ground than usual. the contact pulled over and had the vehicle towed to an authorized dealer. the contact was informed that the airmatic suspension system had allowed the frame to rub the top of the tires. the vehicle was repaired. the failure occurred again five years later. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where it was being repaired again. the failure mileage was approximately 90,000 and the current mileage was 130,038. the vin was unavailable..Mileage was 90000 miles. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in LILBURN, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument PanelMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10370851 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Dec 10, 2010.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . this complaint is related to campaign no 2006080004, septemeber 2006 for mercedes s500 (model 220), model year 2000. the instrument cluster has completely failed with complete loss of illumination, speedometer, and fuel gauge. my chassis end number is a123394 and this does not fall within the narrow serial number range within the original recal campaign. i understand all parts are the same as those recalled and and requesting that the serial number range be widened. *tr.Mileage was 33000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J2YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in SAN MATEO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior LightingMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior Lighting Review #10370851 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Dec 10, 2010.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . this complaint is related to campaign no 2006080004, septemeber 2006 for mercedes s500 (model 220), model year 2000. the instrument cluster has completely failed with complete loss of illumination, speedometer, and fuel gauge. my chassis end number is a123394 and this does not fall within the narrow serial number range within the original recal campaign. i understand all parts are the same as those recalled and and requesting that the serial number range be widened. *tr.Mileage was 33000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J2YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in SAN MATEO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Vehicle Speed ControlMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10381491 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Feb 08, 2011.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . the accelerator pedal on a 2000 mercedes benz s500 failed and became stuck to the floor causing the vehicle to reach speed in excess of 100m.p.h. before the vehicle could be shut down by turning off the ignition. upon a mechanics inspection, it was found that the mechanical safety device to prevent the pedal from becoming stuck had failed causing the pedal to go to wide open throttle and become stuck in that position. *tr.Mileage was 138000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75JXYA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in GREENVILLE, SC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension FrontMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Suspension Front Review #10396625 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2007.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT . tl*the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz s-500. the contact noticed the suspension had dropped and was not positioned normally. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technicians stated there was a front suspension kit that needed to be installed. the repairs were performed yet the failure recurred within eighteen months. the dealer was contacted and advised that the front suspension would need to be replaced if the kit did not repair the failure. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the front suspension was replaced. the manufacturer was contacted and stated there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 07v263000 ( suspension) but the contacts vin was not included. the approximate failure mileage was 130,000. .Mileage was 151661 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J2YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in SPRINGFIELD GARDENS, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument PanelMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10396628 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Apr 15, 2011.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . tl* the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz s-500. the contact was driving approximately 40 mph when the instrument panel gauges became inoperable. the manufacturer was contacted and stated there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 06v028000 (interior lighting) but the contacts vin was not included. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for repairs. the approximate failure mileage was 180,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 180000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J2YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in SPRINGFIELD GARDENS, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10405368 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2011.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . my 2000 mercedes s500 cluster back lighting is going in and out also speedometer i saw that there is a recall for my car concerning the problem. i contacted the dealer and went in on may 28 to see them penske mercedes(626) 859-1200 , i was inform that the extended warranty expired (recall). so i called the mercedes1-800-367-6372 ([xxx], case manager) number they informed me the same i was covered but expired. so i called nhtsa 1800 number they informed me that i would still be covered because the recall took place in 2006 and it is 10 years before it expires so until 2016. so i will appreciate some help concerning my problem. v.i,n [xxx] nhtsa campaign id number 06v028000. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).*tr.Mileage was 137437 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J1YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in POMONA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior LightingMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior Lighting Review #10408760 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Apr 03, 2011.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . my 2000 mercedes s500 cluster ,back lighting , speedometer failed (unable to see instrument cluster) on april ,3 2011 mileage at time of defect 24,568 i saw that there is a recall for my car concerning the problem. i contacted the dealer and , i was inform that the extended warranty expired (recall). so i called the mercedes1-800-367-6372 number they informed me the same i was covered but expired. so i called nhtsa 1800 number they informed me that i would still be covered because the recall took place in 2006 and it is 10 years before it expires so until 2016. so i will appreciate some help concerning my problem. v.i,n [xxx] nhtsa campaign id number 06v028000 information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr.Mileage was 24568 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J5YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in FT. WASHINGTON, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical SystemMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Electrical System Review #10408760 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Apr 03, 2011.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . my 2000 mercedes s500 cluster ,back lighting , speedometer failed (unable to see instrument cluster) on april ,3 2011 mileage at time of defect 24,568 i saw that there is a recall for my car concerning the problem. i contacted the dealer and , i was inform that the extended warranty expired (recall). so i called the mercedes1-800-367-6372 number they informed me the same i was covered but expired. so i called nhtsa 1800 number they informed me that i would still be covered because the recall took place in 2006 and it is 10 years before it expires so until 2016. so i will appreciate some help concerning my problem. v.i,n [xxx] nhtsa campaign id number 06v028000 information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr.Mileage was 24568 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG75J5YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in FT. WASHINGTON, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 drive type:RWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior LightingMercedes Benz S Class 2000 Interior Lighting Review #10420733 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000 car safety problem was reported on Aug 11, 2011.MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS 2000, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . tl* the contact owns a 2000 mercedes s430. while driving 65 mph, the contact stated the instrument panel became inoperable and she was unable to see how fast or slow she was traveling, how much fuel was in the vehicle, or how much oil was in the vehicle due to inadequate illumination. the dealer advised the contact that her vehicle was not included in nhtsa recall 06v028000 ( interior lighting) and advised her to replace the entire instrument cluster. the manufacturer was notified and the contact was waiting for a response. the vehicle was not repaired. the current and failure mileages was 98,000. .Mileage was 98000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WDBNG70J0YA. Mercedes Benz S Class 2000 problem was reported in MANTECA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. |
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