Recall - ECM Software Update/Cat Converter Replacement: Overview
FILE:SERVICE: GROUP 00 OF SERVICE INFORMATION BINDER
PARTS: GROUP I OF INFORMATION _ PARTS & ACCESSORIES BINDER
Campaign No. 2007040006, June 2009
TO: ALL MERCEDES-BENZ CENTERS
SUBJECT: MODEL 203.052
MODEL YEAR 2007
CHECK ENGINE CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE AND UPDATE AS REQUIRED; CHECK CATALYTIC CONVERTERS AND REPLACE AS REQUIRED
Revision Date Purpose
a 6/05/09 Revision to step 1, Subject B in work procedure
- 5/11/07 Initial issue
This Recall Campaign has been initiated because DCAG has determined that on affected vehicles the software for the engine control module may need to be updated regarding fuel type for Flex Fuel Vehicles. Vehicles without the engine control module software update that are filled only with E85 fuel may experience starting problems, rough vehicle operation and "Check Engine" lamp illumination. Extended operation of the vehicle with the "Check Engine" lamp illuminated can result in possible catalyst damage. Dealers will update the engine control module software as required and check the catalysts for damage and replace if necessary.
Prior to performing this Recall Campaign:
^ Please check VMI to insure the vehicle is involved in the Campaign and if it has been previously repaired.
Note:
Do not perform Recall Campaign P-RC-2007040005 in addition to or in place of this Recall Campaign.
^ Please review the entire Recall Campaign bulletin and follow the procedure steps exactly as described.
A sample copy of a letter which owners of the affected vehicles will receive is shown in this bulletin.
Approximately 6,373 vehicles are affected.
Outline of Procedure Steps
Parts Information
Note:
^ Please be aware that only the part number(s) referenced in the Campaign Bulletin is approved for use to repair the vehicle. Repairs performed using any other part(s) will not have been performed in accordance with the campaign. Accordingly, warranty claims submitted with reference to an improper part number(s) will be denied.
^ Please note that the information in the most current versions of EPC and StarTime supersedes the parts and warranty information in the Campaign Bulletin.
^ The following allowable labor operation should be used when submitting a warranty claim for this repair:
Warranty Information