| Issue ID | 718942 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10264225 |
| Manufacurer | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | ML350 |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 06/04/09 |
| Component | VISIBILITY:SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | High-risk design flaw in mercedes 2006 suv. The sun roof safety mechanism (i. E., auto reverse with resistance) does not work when the switch is held throughout closure. (the safety mechanism does work when the switch is initiated but not held throughout closure). Although this is acknowledged in the owner's manual, it should be promptly addressed to prevent potential significant accidental injury, especially children. I have similarly informed mercedes benz. Please contact me if you wish to discuss this further. Thank you. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 20800 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | MOUNT AIRY, MD |
| VIN pattern | 4JGBB86E46AXXXXXX |
| 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? | |
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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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