| Issue ID | 1257814 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10823277 |
| Manufacurer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | C55 |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| File date | 30/01/16 |
| Component | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | I purchased a second 2005 amg c55 and once again, experienced fuel leaking at top of fuel sending unit. This is identical to the issue found in nhtsa action number : ea13003. Ea13003 should be expanded to 2005 & 2006 c55 amg's the problem is very dangerous as gasoline pools at the top of the sending unit after filling the gas tank. Said pooling is beneath the rear passenger seat. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 75252 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | SURPRISE, AZ |
| VIN pattern | WDBRF76J95FXXXXXX |
| 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 |
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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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