| Issue ID | 1007188 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10537999 |
| Manufacurer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | C300 |
| Model Year | 2010 |
| File date | 29/08/13 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Rear passenger tail light warning came on. Inspection revealed a corroded and burned ground wire. The wire created so much resistance heat, that it has melted through its molex connector, and bubbled up the contact plate it connects to. Driver's side appears okay at this time. This is a fire hazard and a safety issue if the rear tail lights fail during an emergency stopping condition. I have pictures if requested. *tt |
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| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | SWANSEA, IL |
| VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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| 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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