| Issue ID | 1380766 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10991891 |
| Manufacurer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | C350 |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| File date | 23/05/17 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Electronic steering lock- car was running fine no issues parked the car went back out to start less than an hour after parking and got nothing dash came on no radio,no windows,no release from park, and steering wheel is locked and will not unlock. Left stranded have to have a tow to closest mercedes benz dealer 45 miles away.... Estimated cost after 310. 80 tow 1200 to 2000 |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 96077 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | DANSVILLE, NY |
| VIN pattern | WDDGF56X78FXXXXXX |
| 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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