NHTSA Complaint #11485232 — 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ C300

UNKNOWN OR OTHER issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11485232
Vehicle	2013 MERCEDES-BENZ C300
Component	UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Date of Incident	September 14, 2022
Date Filed	September 19, 2022
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	OH

Consumer Description

Brought my car to the dealership because I was hearing a noise when going over bumps. Also noticed some instability when braking and driving at highway speeds. Dealer informed my my subframe had rusted and told me the car was unsafe to drive.

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