NHTSA investigationPE99055
Investigation PE99055: 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK230
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Aug 30, 1999
- Closed
- Nov 17, 1999
- Model years
- 1999
Subject
Refueling spit back
Component: Vehicle speed control › Linkages
Summary
Two owners of the subject vehicles have had trouble refueling the vehicle due to excessive click-offs and spit-backs.Both owners have reported being completel soaked when gasoline sprayed from the tank.
An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.
Model years covered
- 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK23059 complaints
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