| Issue ID | 700833 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10248769 |
| Manufacurer | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | C230 |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| File date | 25/10/08 |
| Component | TIRES |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | I have had to replace one tire because of a sidewall separation rip. Now i have discovered the same defect on two other tires. The tread is good and there is no reason why it should be separating. These tires need to be recalled. The tires in question are 225/45 r17 and 245/45 r17. |
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| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | CORONA, CA |
| VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
| 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? | |
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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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