general problems of the 2008 Mercedes Benz E350

2008 Mercedes Benz E350w. Consumer writes in regards to wiring harness on camshaft adjuster solenoid safety recall. The consumer stated the vehicle had multiple failures including the suspension, tires, undercarriage, and the vehicle's frame. The consumer stated the vehicle leans from one side to the other.

The contact owns a 2008 Mercedes Benz E350 equipped with continental pro contact tires size 245/40/18, dot number (hwtpp1h6). The contact noticed that the front passenger's side tire caused damage to the wheel rim. In addition, there was a severe vibration which emitted from the tire whenever driving. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the defective tire was balanced and realigned. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 31,000. The VIN was unavailable.

The contact owns a 2008 Mercedes Benz E350. While driving 30 mph over a pothole the tire exploded. The tire was a continental contipro contact size 245/40r18. 93v. The front passenger tire exploded and the right rear tire developed a blister and the rim was no longer aligned. The failure could have led to a fatality due to the poor design. The wheel rim on the tires was 18 inches and the tire was two to three inches off the ground. These are the original tire and rims that came with the vehicle. There were no injuries and the vehicle was not damaged when the failure occurred. Roadside assistance repaired the tires. The vehicle was driven to the dealer the following day. The dealer stated that they were aware of the problem and the defect; yet, they were unable to offer any assistance. The manufacturer was contacted and informed him that they would give him a free tire which he did not receive. The failure mileage was 20,000.