| Issue ID | 1633724 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11298140 |
| Manufacurer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | ML350 |
| Model Year | 2011 |
| File date | 06/01/20 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The back gate lights on ml350 stopped working. According to mercedes dealership, the back light(brake lights) assemblies are all corroded and need to be replaced. I asked how is this possible and they stated that they didn't know and that there was no water damage. I have also had front light issues as well, with bulbs burning out frequently. The light assembly wiring is defective. Mercedes dealership is having me pay to replace the light assemblies even though this must be some sort of defect. |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | PARK RIDGE, IL |
| VIN pattern | 4JGBB8GB1BAXXXXXX |
| 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 |
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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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