| Issue ID | 1313755 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10899633 |
| Manufacurer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | ML350 |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 26/08/16 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Check engine light came on, and got both codes p0016 and p0017. Upon further investigation, this seems to be a known defect by mercedes benz for the balancer shaft worn sprocket issue. This is an expensive repair, almost the cost of the vehicle! Mbusa picks and chooses who they will help? Wow, wish i never got this car! |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 87461 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | WEST COVINA, CA |
| VIN pattern | 4JGBB86E56AXXXXXX |
| 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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