| Issue ID | 595839 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10163252 |
| Manufacurer | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | S CLASS |
| Model Year | 2002 |
| File date | 19/07/06 |
| Component | VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | My driver and passenger side window is developing spots. I found the many owner of this w220 s-class mercedes benz have similar problems. Dealer (caliber motors) inspected and informed me that the window started to de-laminate. Since my basic warranty ran out at 50,000 miles i have to put up the bill for the repair. My car is currently at 61k miles. Only 4 year old. The front 2 window delaminating is not my fault but a defective part. Windows are not a wear item therefore it should not fail or in need of replacement before the life of the car except in the case of an impact. Cost of replacement is substantial.. Cost can exceed $700 per window for parts and labor. I feel this is a defective part that may become a visibility safety issue if manufacturer refuse to take responsibility to replace. Car owner may most likely not change the window due to cost issues. *nm |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 60000 |
| Number of Occurences | 2 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | CA, CA |
| VIN pattern | WDBNG70J82AXXXXXX |
| 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 | 22/11/04 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | Y |
| Cruise control | Y |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Drive train type | RWD |
| Transmission type | AUTO |
| Vehicle speed | |
| DoT tire identifier | |
| Tire size | |
| Location of tire code | |
| Type of tire failure code | |
| Was defective tire repaired? | |
| Date of manufacture | |
| Type of child seat code | |
| Type of restraint | |
| Dealer's name | MERCEDES BENZ OF ANAHIEM |
| Dealer's telephone number | 7147771920 |
| Dealer's city | ANAHEIM HILLS |
| Dealer's state code | CA |
| Dealer's ZIP code | 92807 |