NHTSA complaint: 2022 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC 300 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
While driving on the [XXX] at the speed of 10 to 15miles per hour, I noticed a smoke in the from hood on the passenger side. I felt a danger and stopped the car and got out of the car immediately along with my friend, leaving my belongings phone and other documents etc. Immediately it caught up the fire. I called 911 and reported the incident. Police and Fire engine arrived and tried to stop the fire. I have sent out an email to the dealership as the vehicle is under guaranty and i haven't got any courtesy call to know about the incident. When i tried to call them they didn't even respond to me and hung the phone. I received a call from their sales department and enquiring about if i'm looking for any other vehicle which disappointed me more. I'm in shock and would like this to be investigated as this major security concern. Here is the case# i have logged with manufacturer(Mercedes) Case#:[XXX] CASE#:[XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration — Office of Defects Investigation