Mercedes Benz recalls:

CL Class 2000-2002 and 2004-2005 models
S Class 2000-2002 and 2004-2005 models

Manufacturer : Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

NHTSA campaign id Number : 06V028000

Mfg's Report Date : Feb 01, 2006

Component: Interior lighting

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 36,911

Summary:
On certain vehicles, the instrument cluster is experiencing electrical malfunctions. The instrument cluster contains gauges and indicators that must be illuminated whenever the vehicle is in operation.

Consequence:
Due to inadequate illumination, the driver will be unable to read the gauges and indicators, such as the speedometer, which could increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy:
Dealers will replace the instrument cluster modules. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Notes:
Customers may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.