| Issue ID | 790848 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10330995 |
| Manufacurer | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | ML500 |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 18/02/10 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes benz ml500. While driving 65 mph with the drivers side heated seat activated, the contact noticed that the seat was melting. The dealer reupholstered the seat and the vehicle was released to the owner. The contact was driving 3 mph when the brake warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The dealer replaced the brake wiring harness to correct the failure. In addition, the contact also advised the dealer that the power door locks could only be used manually. The dealer confirmed that the power door lock switch needed to be replaced as well. The current and failure mileages were 40,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 40000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | HOBOKEN, NJ |
| VIN pattern | 4JGBB75E96AXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | Y |
| Was incedent reported to police? | 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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