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Brake Booster recall for GL_ML
I finally got Mercedes Roadside Assistance to pick the car up and take it to the Dealer for the inspection. At first they would only pay for the first 20 miles and the remaining 30 would be on me @ $4 per mile. I read her the portion of the recall letter that stated it would be picked up and delivered back to me at no charge. I explained that the dealer did not want to get involved in the transport
Then a tow to the dealer was set up (no charge). The booster passed the visual inspection so I was told I could come and get the car by the dealer. Roadside said the dealer would assist in getting it returned but the dealer said I had to work with the recall group and roadside assistance. Roadside assistance said they do not tow from the dealer at all and I would be responsible for the cost of the tow. Again I read them the part of the recall letter that stated they would transport at no charge. Then a tow was set up to get the car back home. About 4.5 hours later the car was back home. I have attached a photo of what is rusting and requires inspection. Mine had no rust at all. The Booster is two halves pressed together and staked about a dozen times to keep it from separating. It is these staked areas that rust when water gets under the rubber sleeve that they remove to inspect for rust. Apparently the sleeve is only for aesthetic reasons as they remove it and do not replace it. At least I don't have to park it for a few months until parts come in.
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Dave
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