NHTSA Complaint #11482786 — 2009 MERCEDES BENZ C300

UNKNOWN OR OTHER issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11482786
Vehicle	2009 MERCEDES BENZ C300
Component	UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Date of Incident	January 22, 2022
Date Filed	September 3, 2022
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MD

Consumer Description

Rear subframe corrosion discovered by Mercedes Benz Service.105,000 miles on the vehicle. Presents a safety hazard, possible loss of control the vehicle. Frames rots from the inside out, which leads to discovery after vehicle performance and safety is compromised.

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