8.2

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
4,500 miles

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problem #2

Oct 252008

C230

  • miles
I have had to replace one tire because of a sidewall separation rip. Now I have discovered the same defect on two other tires. The tread is good and there is no reason why it should be separating. These tires need to be recalled. The tires in question are 225/45 R17 and 245/45 R17.

- Corona, CA, USA

problem #1

Nov 182006

C230 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 9,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Mercedes Benz C230. The contact stated that the brakes had to be replaced at 9,000 miles. In addition, both rear tires were replaced at 13,000 miles because they were worn out. The tires currently need to be replaced again. The purchase date and tire information were unavailable. The current mileage is 19,775 and failure mileage was 9,000.

- Shevreport, LA, USA