NHTSA Complaint #11459167 — 2007 MERCEDES BENZ C230

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11459167
Vehicle	2007 MERCEDES BENZ C230
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	March 2, 2022
Date Filed	March 31, 2022
Mileage	110,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	TX

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2007 Mercedes-Benz C230. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the balance shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.

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