| Issue ID | 1233018 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10786124 |
| Manufacurer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | ML350 |
| Model Year | 2011 |
| File date | 29/09/15 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2011 mercedes benz ml350. While driving approximately 5 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle unintentionally accelerated. The esp traction control warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle crashed into the rear end of another vehicle and side swiped a second vehicle. The vehicle turned 360 degree and then crashed into an utility pole. A police report was filed and there were no injuries reported. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnosis. The mechanic was unable to locate the failure. The front end of the vehicle was damaged. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 44,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 44000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | MERIDEN, CT |
| VIN pattern | 4JGBB8GB4BAXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | Y |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | Y |
| 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 | 5 |
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