The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for an oil change, the contact was informed that the rear driver's side control arm was severely corroded and had detached from the subframe. The contact was also informed that the failure caused premature tire wear on both rear tires. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer, where it was determined that the subframe and rear driver's side control arm needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

- Bristol, RI, USA

The contact-??s wife owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-350. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the rear of the vehicle was swerving. The contact stated while the brake pedal was depressed, the rear of the vehicle shifted. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the rear subframe was rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The contact was awaiting a response. The failure mileage was approximately 72,000.

- Lanoka Harbor, NJ, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed that the subframe was rusted. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 97,000.

- Silver Spring, MD, USA