Engine Cooling System problems of the 2001 Mercedes Benz S600

There is a leak in the oil cooler (engine cooling) of my 2001 Mercedes Benz S600. The car has 79k miles on it. It started dripping oil late last year at about 69k miles and is now pouring out oil profusely. I took it to the dealer and was told that this problem is very common with this car but no recall has been issued for it. To repair the problem will cost at least 6k. The car is totally a lemon and I cannot drive it as I am told the oil leak can damage the engine completely or cause a fire. I am concerned for the safety of my wife and children. I have researched this issue online and was shocked to see the number of complaints about this oil leak problem. Below is a link to just one of the websites where I found several complaints about the same problem. Can someone help? Mercedes Benz needs to be held accountable for this issue. This car needs to be recalled for this problem. . Read more...

The mercedes S600 my2001 has a terrible oil leak caused by the oil cooler. If not watched carefully the oil will leak completely out of the engine very fast. I've heard from many people that they have this same exact problem. It's been quoted around $5k to fix. A recall should be issued.