Latches/locks/linkage Problems of Mercedes Benz R Class

Mercedes Benz R Class owners have reported 1 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 1 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's hatchback/liftgate lock (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Mercedes Benz R Class

Problem Category Number of Problems
Hatchback/liftgate Lock problems
1

Hatchback/liftgate Lock problem #1

A 2 month old 2007 mercedes r320 cdi rear tire explodes in private driveway on January 20, 2007 during a colorado blizzard. The car was purchased new from mercedes of colorado springs. We have found out by a forensic expert that a defect in the car caused the explosion. A defective mercedes "4matic" system caused the rear tire to explode causing $25,000 in car damage and $1500 damage to home. The mercedes dealer claimed it was our fault, but the forensic tire expert we hired has found that the car is defective. . Read more...



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