Recalls: Mercedes W220/V220 S-Class AMG
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Mercedes W220/V220 S-Class AMG
- In May 2000, a recall was issued for Mercedes W220/V220 S-Class vehicles due to a fault in the electronic circuitry of the heater blower regulatory which could lead to overheating and subsequent melting of surrounding plastic or insulation material, even when the vehicle is parked, resulting in a smouldering fire (PRA 2000/4342).
- In September 2004, a recall was issued for Mercedes W220/V220 S-Class since the blower fuse could be subjected to higher than anticipated temperatures when the blower was operating at its maximum setting for extended periods under high ambient comditions (PRA 2004/7250).
- In July 2007, a recall was issued for Mercedes W220/V220 S-Class vehicles with six and eight cylinder engines produced up to March 2004 due to potential corrosion in the steel braiding of an ABC hydraulic hose as a result of exposure to moisture and heat. This could lead to oil leaks in the vicinity of hot engine components (PRA 2007/9393).
Problems and faults: Mercedes W220 S 55 and V220 S 65 AMG
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Problems and faults: Mercedes W220/V220 S-Class AMG
- The air conditioning may fail to operate if water damages the evaporator-temperature sensor.
- The air-suspension warning light may illuminate due to water entering the electrical connectors and causing corrosion.
- A rough idle, stalling or engine vibration may be due to a defective mass-airflow (MAF) sensor.
- Water may enter the passenger compartment due to the reed valve – which drains water from the air intake – becoming clogged. As such, the reed valve requires regular cleaning.
- After hard or repeated braking, the vehicle may vibrate due to heat distorting the parking-brake drums; if so, the parking brake requires adjustment and new brake shoes need to be fitted.
