The 2000 Mercedes-Benz S Class has 4 recalls, the most serious being two separate fire risks: a climate control blower motor regulator that can overheat and ignite components under the dashboard, and a high-pressure hydraulic hose on 8-cylinder models that can corrode internally, leak fluid near the catalytic converter, and start an engine fire.
The remaining two recalls both involve the electrical system. A blower motor fuse holder with an undersized electrical conductor can generate more heat than the plastic holder can handle, melting the holder and disabling the climate system. There is also a concern with trunk floor mats that can build up static electricity and discharge when items are moved in or out of the trunk, potentially damaging electrical components including the battery.
At a glance
What can fail
The steel inside the Active Body Control's high-pressure hose can corrode from moisture exposure, potentially causing hydraulic fluid to leak near the catalytic converter and start a fire.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the high-pressure hose with a corrosion-resistant version.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The electric conductor in the blower motor fuse holder may be undersized, causing it to generate excess heat. This heat can partially melt the plastic fuse holder and disable the blower motor.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the blower motor fuse holder with a properly sized component.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Static electricity can build up in the trunk floor mats. When you move or remove items from the trunk, this static discharge may damage electrical system components and the battery.
What the fix does
The dealer will install static insulation material between the carpet and battery to prevent static discharge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A manufacturing defect in the climate control blower motor regulator's circuitry may cause an internal capacitor to fail, leading to overheating of the regulator and nearby components or wiring.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the blower motor regulator if necessary.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
