Vehicle Speed Control Problems of Mercedes Benz R500

Mercedes Benz R500 owners have reported 2 vehicle speed control related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common vehicle speed control problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's car accelerates on its own (1 problem). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's vehicle speed control (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Vehicle Speed Control related problems of Mercedes Benz R500


Recently reported Vehicle Speed Control problems of Mercedes Benz R500

The Car Accelerates On Its Own problem

The contact owns a 2006 mercedes R500. The contact stated that the driver was trying to park the vehicle while driving 5 mph and the vehicle suddenly accelerated. The vehicle continued to accelerate until it crashed into a tree. The contact didn't mention any injuries.   Read details...

The Vehicle Speed Control problem

My air shocks keep going out this seems to be a known issue with mercedes it happen while I was driving almost had an accident. My car is now park sitting sideways.   Read details...




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