| Issue ID | 1303877 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10891815 |
| Manufacurer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | C300 |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| File date | 29/07/16 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tried to start the car totally dead, steering column locked, towed it to the mechanic the mechanic states that he is trying to purchase the part from mercedes. Mercedes states that the car might have to towed there because it is a safety issue and they have to handle the repair. Waiting to hear if mercedes will sell the part 8/1/16. Obviously a recall issue how can the government help us with this obvious safety issue. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 122115 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | WINTER PARK, FL |
| VIN pattern | WDDGF54XX8RXXXXXX |
| 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? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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