| Issue ID | 1322135 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10910449 |
| Manufacurer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | C300 |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| File date | 16/09/16 |
| Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Electronic ignition lock would not let me start the car. Car had been driving and starting fine. Went to work came out on lunch break, car would not start. Had to have car towed and mercedes dealership said the electronic ignition had to be replaced for $1200. 00. Looked up on line and discovered this is an ongoing problem with many owners. Called mercedes corporate and they said they would only address the issue if there was a recall. So i am stuck paying for a faulty part that should be recalled. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 77000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | NASHVILLE, TN |
| VIN pattern | WDDGF54X09RXXXXXX |
| 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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