| Issue ID | 1088127 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10611044 |
| Manufacurer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | C300 |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| File date | 14/07/14 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | I went to start my car after just using it and it did not start. The lights worked, radio worked, everything but the car would not start. The car wouldn't even turn over as if it was attempting to turn on. I removed the battery and got it checked. Auto zone stated the battery was at 79% but this should not keep the car from running. I got my car towed to the mercedes benz dealership in georgetown tx. I was advised after the diagnostic was ran that the problem was the "steering lock assembly" needed to be replaced. With parts and labor i was quoted about $1,067. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 65000 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | TEMPLE, TX |
| VIN pattern | WDDGF54X38RXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
| No. of injured persons | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
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