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2007 Mercedes benz C280 Engine Problems, Complaints and Defects

Issue ID	1211824
Internal NHTSA #	10749942
Manufacurer	Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Brand	MERCEDES BENZ
Model	C280
Model Year	2007
File date	04/05/15
Component	ENGINE
Product type code	VEHICLE
Description of the problem	Engine motor mounts are constructed of untreated aluminum. It is well known that salt will react easily with aluminum, extensive corrosion results. The driver side motor mount sits in a pocket in the frame, where brine can lay on it for prolonged periods. Of note, many highway departments are now using a brine mix, including magnesium chloride, that will react with moisture in the air to continue the corrosion process. A recent study by volkswagen confirms that this accelerates the corrosion process. In april or may of this year, i had to have the motor mounts on my car replaced. One failed completely, the other was severely cracked and nearly the same way. The entire top of the driver side mount was completely missing, apparently from corrosion. What was left was white powder. The passenger side also showed evidence of significant corrosion. The mechanic who worked on my car said that this was a known problem, and not the first he had seen. I am extremely concerned about this. A complete failure of motor mounts could cause a severe accident, with wiring and or fuel lines being sheared, and loss of control of the vehicle. The breakage would be likely to occur upon acceleration (think about entering an intersection) or when going over a bump. A complaint was filed with mercedes corporate offices. I explained that i was not looking for any kind of financial settlement. I am not. I would like the problem addressed. It has been a few months now with no response. This situation is not acceptable.
Vehicle Mileage at Failure	46000
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Source of the issue	NHTSA WEB SITE
City and State	SPRINGVILLE, NY
VIN pattern	WDBRF92J07FXXXXXX
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
Was part original equipment?
No. of injured persons	0
No. of fatalities	0
Date of purchase	07/08/26
Was original owner?	N
Anti-lock brakes	N
Cruise control	N
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Vehicle speed	0
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2007 Mercedes benz C280 Engine Problems, Complaints and Defects, Recalls and Failures

2007 Mercedes benz C280 Engine Problems, Complaints and Defects

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