| Issue ID | 1302954 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10889048 |
| Manufacurer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | C300 |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| File date | 19/07/16 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Key is not recognized when inserted in the ignition. Therefore, car will not start. Dealership states that the electronic ignition switch (eis)is faulty. This problem is well documented through out the usa. The repair costs is estimated at $800-2,000 dollars. On july 19th, 2016, i ran several errands. Once at home, i tried to start my car. The ignition did not turn but battery life was strong. Dashboard read " remove key car will not start..." |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 161000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | COLLEGE PARK, MD |
| VIN pattern | WDDGF81X28FXXXXXX |
| 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? | |
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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 | 0 |
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