1999 Mercedes-Benz E300 Brakes Problems

“The brake light came on that said brake fluid is below minimal check . I checked and added brake fluid. The next day while driving the light came on again. I contacted atlanta classic cars, had the vehicle towed. I was told that the ABS/asr hydraulic unit was leaking. Upon researching I came upon some information that is related to my situation. The cost to replace the system was 2048.30, there was a recall of the e-class in foreign countries where the vehicle is used as a taxi cab. The service advisor told me that this situation had never occurred. …”

“Exiting the freeway, vehicle would not decelerate with brakes applied, ABS system was locking & unlocking, and tires were spinning on wet pavement. Cruise control had not been engaged. With collision imminent, driver moved gear selector to neutral, engine then raced to tachometer red-line, and stayed there. Driver turned engine off, waited several seconds and restarted engine. Vehicle has performed normally since.”