Consumer Complaint Detail
MERCEDES BENZ / 280 / 1996
0 Injured
0 Death
No Fire
| Components - Details | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Complaint Number: 007110476 | Incident Date: Jun, 25 2007 |
| Consumer's City: BRONX | Consumer's State: NY |
| Vehicle Transmission Type: AUTO | Manufacturers Name: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
| Model Name: 280 | Model Year: 1996 |
| Vehicle Involved in a Crash: No | Component's Description: Electrical system:wiring:front underhood |
| Vehicle Involved in a Fire: No | Persons Injured: 0 |
| Vehicle's VIN#: WDBHA28E0TF | Date added to File: May, 23 2021 |
| Date Complaint Received: Jun, 30 2007 | Complaint Type: IVOQ |
| Incident Reported To Police: No | Purchase Date: Sep, 06 2001 |
| Was Original Owner: No | Anti-lock Brakes: No |
| Number of Cylinders: 6 | Date of Manufacturer: - |
| Was Vehicle Towed: - | Description of the Complaints: During a recent service of my vehicle at an authorized mercedes benz service center, i was informed that the insulation covering my wires were decomposing and the wires were exposed to the engine, hence creating a safety hazard for me and my family. due to the severity of the problem, and the possible consequences if the wires caught on fire. the mechanic said it was a material defect. he revealed that this was not the first time he had observed this problem with 1996 280c- class. since this appeared to be a habitual defect with this make and model; i asked if a recall had been issued to replace this decomposing wire harness. he replied "no." i don't think i should have to pay to have the harness replaced. it is a defect and should be paid by the manufacturer. i have searched online and found many other owners, @ mercedeshop.com site, have the same problem with their 280c class. can you please help me? *tr |