Power tailgates for some mfg,s (including even mercedes benz) are poorly designed, having no limit switches to prevent crushing a person caught near the closing tailgate!!!
The worst 2009 Mercedes Benz M Class problems
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Recalls 1
Exterior lighting: tail lights
- What is wrong
- Mercedes benz is recalling 16,130 my 2009 m-class w164 passenger vehicles equipped with the optional power lift gate. As a result of a faulty seal around the rear tail lamp assembly, water may enter the rear compartment containing the spare tire. Water contamination of the control unit for the power lift gate can result in disabling of the power lift gate motor.
- Risk
- Water will cause a short circuit which could lead to a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the seal of the rear tail lamp assembly with a thicker one and reposition the affected power lift gate control unit inside the chassis. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during april 2009. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1‑800‑367‑6372.
Recall number 09V076000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2009 Mercedes Benz M Class 3
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What 2009 Mercedes Benz M Class owners say
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Questions about the 2009 Mercedes Benz M Class
Is the 2009 Mercedes Benz M Class reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2009 Mercedes Benz M Class, fewer than a typical M Class model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Mercedes Benz M Class?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2009 Mercedes Benz M Class have?
1 recall, covering exterior lighting.
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