Federal Investigation Expanded For Mercedes Fuel Leaks

Federal Investigation Expanded For Mercedes Fuel Leaks

Since the initial investigation, an additional 533 complaints have been received claiming the same smells on a number of models throughout the E-Class lineup, prompting the expansion into an engineering analysis, the highest level of federal investigation. Now included alongside the E55 AMG are the E320, E350, E500, EA550, and E63 AMG from the 2003 through 2008 model years. Should a regular defect be uncovered, a recall covering more than half a million vehicles could be on the horizon for Mercedes Benz. According to initial indications, the problem, a small fuel leak from the upper portion of the gas tank, may have been the result of repairs performed in a 2008 recall intended to fix the pollution control system. In the recall, a faulty fuel filler flange was discovered which had the potential to crack and spell gasoline during refueling. During the repair process of the flange, it is possible that additional damage was done to the gas tank itself. A total of 6,000 vehicles were included in the recall.

In a statement released alongside the announcement, Mercedes stressed their full cooperation with the investigation while calming nerves about the potential dangers. Fuel leaks and fire issues have become common occurrences for a number of auto makers in recent years, as even the largest brands suffered through damaging defects that were shown to lead to fires. Just last week, Chrysler announced a recall on their popular Dodge Challenger coupe as a result of incorrectly installed wiring harnesses which could overheat and catch fire. Last year, Ford asked owners of more than 11,000 Ford Escape SUVs to avoid using their vehicles as fuel leaks had been shown to cause a significant fire risk. Faulty power window switches in hundreds of thousands of Toyota vehicles also carried the potential to overheat and ignite. Other makers like Honda and General Motors dealt with similar issues, all needing service actions to help alleviate the fire potentials. Should a recall be deemed necessary, it will be important for owners to respond quickly, avoiding the possibility for harm as a result of dangerous fires, even in normal driving conditions. Recalls are issued when a defect has proven itself regularly dangerous across a wide number of vehicles; choosing to ignore this fix of the problem will only leave owners open to the threat of accidents. For owners of E-Class Mercedes vehicles, results of the NHTSAs investigation should be of primary curiosity. If a common defect is uncovered, taking the correct steps to fix the issue will give the best opportunity for continued safe driving.

The default frame setup Consists of a comfy and sophisticated full air suspension with adaptive dampers, while MAGIC CONTROL Ride swaps in coil springs. The Premium 1 Package adds active ventilated, massaging forehead and active multicontour seats, a proximity key, power rear window sunblinds and parktronic active assist with parking. The Comfort Package Brings Warmth memory power rear seats with heating and ventilation, Front and rear heated armrests, and a heated steering wheel. The Sport Package net has body kit and 19 - or 20-inch AMG twin 5-spoke wheels. The Sport Package Plus One adds bigger wheels in the form of 20-inch AMG rims multispoke. The Rear Seat Entertainment Package Brings a rear seat entertainment system with dual TFT screens and AKG headsets. Highlights from the stand-alone options include a Burmester 3D surround sound system, Nappa leather upholstery, MAGIC BODY CONTROL, Night View Assist Plus and a rear refrigerator box. Mercedes engineers managed to Improve the S-Class' night-vision system with the introduction of Night View Assist PLUS, All which is equipped a special pedestrian detection function.

The Pre-Safe braking System Has Improved beens aussi to for reduce injuries in unavoidable crashes. Mercedes says the car can apply maximum braking pressure around 0.6 seconds before Automatically what is reconnu as an unavoidable accident. The system therefore acts as something like an "electronic crumple zone" Mercedes contends. A standard "ATTENTION ASSIST" system can alert the driver to the first signs of drowsiness, a factor more than 100,000 That causes accidents year in the U.S. A steering sensor is coupled to smart software That uses 70 parameters to Establish a unique driver profile falling on the first 20 minutes of driving. Collision Prevention Assist uses radar to determined Whether the S-Class is in the danger of colliding with a vehicle or object up ahead. Active at speeds above 20 mph, it Automatically prepared to apply the brakes the ideal leveling of stopping power once the driver hits the pedal. Optional safety gear includes Active Lane Keeping Assist, a new technology warns the driver if That it Detects That The S-Class is drifting into an adjacent lane and can apply steering inputs to the intransitive proper race. Also available is Active Blind Spot Assist, All which uses radar to detect if a vehicle is in the blind-spot area. It Provides driver alerts and aussi can steer the car out of harm's way if the driver accidentally starts to merge into a vehicle. Pre-Safe Brake Detects impending collisions with vehicles or pedestrians and can Automatically apply 100 percent of the S-Class' braking power to AVOID or Mitigate the severity of the crash. It includes aussi Cross-Traffic Assist, All which can detect potential collisions with vehicles approaching from Either side of an intersection. Both are hand of the Distronic Plus with Steering assist system, an active cruise control can maintain maintenance That setup has set distance from the car ahead and aussi keep the vehicle centered on straight roads or in gentle curves.

We have decided to take three spy photos of the new E-Klasse Coupe(the cleanest ones, so far) and carefully inspect them, pointing out the main design characteristics of the soon-to-be-unveiled sporty Stuttgarter. If you were not already sure, the new E-Klasse Coupe will boast double, trapezoidal headlights. Unfortunately for those who hate the idea of double fog lights, they will clearly become reality. After a careful look, we can state that the Coupe will remain an E, thus contradicting those claiming that it will be badged CLE. The shape of the taillights will be different for the coupe and for the limousine. We would have preferred a new design for the rims that will equip high-end models, because it seems that they are very much resembling a set of rims currently offered for the CLC-Klasse. The intriguing, triangular piece of glass located at the rear section of the side windows will enter into series production.