NHTSA Complaint #11589855 — 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ C300

SERVICE BRAKES issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11589855
Vehicle	2011 MERCEDES-BENZ C300
Component	SERVICE BRAKES
Date of Incident	May 21, 2024
Date Filed	May 21, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MA

Consumer Description

The brake lines have corroded in multiple places causing brake fluid to leak, potentially creating a safety risk had the problem not been immediately observed and corrected. An independent service center confirmed the problem and replaced all the brake lines and hoses. There were no warning lamps or signals. A puddle of brake fluid under the car was the first indication of a problem.

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