| Issue ID | 1374166 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10981207 |
| Manufacurer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | GLC300 |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| File date | 25/04/17 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The engine suddenly went up in flames while driving,my wife switched off the ignition and go out of the car. There was a big hole and mercedes authorized dealer siad this is a catastrophic event. This car is new purchased on october 31st 2016 mb says they will replace the engine as it is in warranty, but sentimentally we are so upset , if the fire would have caught on to gas tank. Please suggest. Vehicle was in motion and she was driving at less than 30 miles per hour when she noticed burning smell and immeditely fumes were coming from the ac vents. Please suggest our options in this case |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 3000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | CEDAR PARK, TX |
| VIN pattern | WDC0G4JB8HFXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | Y |
| 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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