| Issue ID | 690160 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10239915 |
| Manufacurer | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | E500 |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 25/08/08 |
| Component | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl*the contact owns a 2006 mercedes benz e500. While driving 25 mph, the subframe failed on the vehicle. The rear driver's side wheel was unstable and would sway when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that there was a defect in the weld of the subframe. The manufacturer stated that because of the water damage, the warranty was void and would not assist in the repairs. The current and failure mileages were approximately 21,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 21000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | GOLDEN VALLEY, MN |
| VIN pattern | WDBUF70J46AXXXXXX |
| 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? | |
| 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 | 25 |
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