| Issue ID | 579212 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10150390 |
| Manufacurer | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | S CLASS |
| Model Year | 2002 |
| File date | 31/12/05 |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | After driving and placing gear of 2002 mercedes benz s430 in park, my car collapsed so low that car could not be driven, leaving all occupants stranded. Airmatic compressor system, which is car's suspension system totally failed. Car towed on flat bed to dealership. Several parts replaced, including airmatic compessor, sensor, fuse, pump, and more. Car repair cost me $1000. *nm |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 5100 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | DETROIT, MI |
| VIN pattern | WDBNG70J320XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | |
| Was part original equipment? | |
| No. of injured persons | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 27/10/05 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | Y |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Drive train type | |
| Transmission type | AUTO |
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| Type of child seat code | |
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| Dealer's name | NORTHCOAST AUTO |
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