| Issue ID | 1334783 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10926448 |
| Manufacurer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | E350 |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 15/11/16 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Was driving the mercedes e350 on a hilly road on nov 15, 2016 when the vehicle lost pretty much all braking capability. The dash started flashing "stop reduced braking power. Depress brake pedal fully" looks like this problem is caused by a manufacturing defect on the brake pump/controller. This incident could have causes serious damage to the car and physical injury if it had occurred at higher speeds or different terrain. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 122449 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | BROOKHAVEN, GA |
| VIN pattern | WDBUF56J06AXXXXXX |
| 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 | 30 |
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