1995 Mercedes-Benz 280 Fuel system Problems

“Car has been a good running car fro several thousand miles, however today it started, what seem to be a misfire. I checked the spark plugs, wires, igniters and they were all in good condition since they have been replaced recently. As I was driving the car at 35 miles an hour the car suddenly jerked and smoke filed the inside and would not accelerate on a busy cross road, so instant panic set in, because of the loss of vision and unable to breath from the fumes. I suffer from migraines and had to go to the doctor for a check up because my health has not been the same since. …”

“Rotted disintegrated wiring in engine compartment. Electrical problem--dashboard lights that go on and off intermittently---- ABS, clock, outside temp gauge, rear defroster. Had problems with ignition---wiring was patched up as best as it could be and starter had to be replaced. This is a 1995 c-280 with approx. 118000 mi. I have also had an unrelated problem which, according to my benz mech, just like the electrical problem, is characteristic of these cars,was a disintegrating gas hose that had gasoline spewing everywhere. The three (expensive) hoses were replaced. …”

“The main wiring harness for the engine, fuel injection and rest of critical functions of the vehicle (1995 c280) has disintegrated due to a manufacturing defect. The manufacturer seemed to have used an inferior an unsuitable insulation for the wires, which, for no reason other than time, deteriorate allowing the wires to short and prevent the vehicle from functioning as well as creating a hazardous situation (stalling in freeway, fire in engine, etc). The manufacturer is aware of the defect but refuses to provide a solution or to assist in any way. …”