The contact owns a 2008 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle overnight, the vehicle failed to start the following morning. The contact was able to jumpstart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to Combels Customs - Collision Repair, Auto Body Shop, where the alternator and the battery were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that the speedometer, the clock, and the infotainment system were inoperable. Additionally, the contact stated while driving at various speeds and turning, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the rear suspension, and the vehicle was swaying. The contact stated that after opening the sunroof, the sunroof failed to close as needed. The contact was able to close the sunroof manually with assistance. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 08V303000 (Electrical System), 24V874000 (Visibility) and 12V264000 (Suspension). The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact the VIN was not included in the recalls. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 116,000.

- New Orleans, LA, USA

Took vehicle in to have power steering serviced and also asked for an inspection of the vehicle. Upon inspection, tech noticed that rear subframe was rusted badly. Tech found that mount bosses were almost detached and that the subframe was rusted through at the trailing arm locating points. When this issue was found the vehicle was up on a lift. Tech advised that the car was not safe to drive as it was. More information can be provided if necessary.

- Troy, OH, USA

2008 Mercedes Benz E350W. Consumer writes in regards to wiring harness on camshaft adjuster solenoid safety recall. The consumer stated the vehicle had multiple failures including the suspension, tires, undercarriage, and the vehicle's frame. The consumer stated the vehicle leans from one side to the other.

- Frisco, TX, USA

In the past 10 months the car in question has expereinced one broken suspension coil spring, and a seperate suspension coil spring fracture. I contacted Mercedes about this issue and expressed my concern about the quality of these core suspension components. The response I received amounted to them being sorry that "things fail". I suspect there is a large population of poorly designed/manufactured suspension springs in Mercedes' vehicles on U.S. roads right now and I felt some responsibility to report my experiences. Updated 9/28/2015

- Palatine, IL, USA

Front tires wore out on the inside prematurely. Dealer ( keyes merc.) was unable to align the front suspension. I was told that the suspension had dropped, due to gravity, and that they would have to place shims to prop up the front end. Merc customer relations was unable to provide me with a reasonable engineering explanation and unwilling to rectify the situation. The shims were placed and the car still pulls to the right.my main concern is the safety of my family in the event of a suspension failure.

- Woodland Hills, CA, USA