2013 E350 backup camera offset makes it useless
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2013 E350 backup camera offset makes it useless
I see plenty of posts about the rear backup camera not having the guide lines but I have not seen any discussion on how the camera on my 2013 W212 E350 is mounted to the side and not centered. It is offset to be closer to the passenger side than right in the middle of the trunk. I have only had this car a few months and am still not used to the fact that the rear camera cannot be trusted for backing up in a parking garage which has a tight space between cars as what I think is the middle of the screen is not the middle of the car. Have I not found a thread with a solution, or is it just one more reason that the backup camera on this year model is a POS?
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From: Sterling VA
2011 E350 Luxury, 2017 E300 Sport
Is that mounted differently compared to the 2011? As an aide, I use side mirrors to confirm I am equidistant from either parking line or vehicle, whichever applies. I try to stay away from tight spots although these cars appear to be magnets for other vehicles. I have gone to far extents to park from other vehicles only to return and find others right next to me...
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From: Greenville SC USA
2008 E320 Bluetec (until 11/14), 2001 SLK 320, 2004 Volvo V70, 1972 MGB, 2013 E350
How did anyone ever manage to drive before there were backup cameras? There must have been total carnage in parking lots.
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If it doesn't line up correctly, why isn't this a warranty issue? If it is a common occurrence then it should be even easier (I would think) to get it fixed. Seems M-B might be opening themselves up to some liability issues if they know about it and don't fix it. You paid for it, it's supposed to work correctly. I believe that is a basic premise of tort law.
I agree that we don't "need" a backup camera but that's not the point. You paid for, it should work. The first toddler that gets hit because the camera isn't correct will start the trend or class action suit to fix the problem.
I agree that we don't "need" a backup camera but that's not the point. You paid for, it should work. The first toddler that gets hit because the camera isn't correct will start the trend or class action suit to fix the problem.
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If it doesn't line up correctly, why isn't this a warranty issue? If it is a common occurrence then it should be even easier (I would think) to get it fixed. Seems M-B might be opening themselves up to some liability issues if they know about it and don't fix it. You paid for it, it's supposed to work correctly. I believe that is a basic premise of tort law.
I agree that we don't "need" a backup camera but that's not the point. You paid for, it should work. The first toddler that gets hit because the camera isn't correct will start the trend or class action suit to fix the problem.
I agree that we don't "need" a backup camera but that's not the point. You paid for, it should work. The first toddler that gets hit because the camera isn't correct will start the trend or class action suit to fix the problem.
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If it doesn't line up correctly, why isn't this a warranty issue? If it is a common occurrence then it should be even easier (I would think) to get it fixed. Seems M-B might be opening themselves up to some liability issues if they know about it and don't fix it. You paid for it, it's supposed to work correctly. I believe that is a basic premise of tort law.
I agree that we don't "need" a backup camera but that's not the point. You paid for, it should work. The first toddler that gets hit because the camera isn't correct will start the trend or class action suit to fix the problem.
I agree that we don't "need" a backup camera but that's not the point. You paid for, it should work. The first toddler that gets hit because the camera isn't correct will start the trend or class action suit to fix the problem.
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2013 E350 Sport
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From: Greenville SC USA
2008 E320 Bluetec (until 11/14), 2001 SLK 320, 2004 Volvo V70, 1972 MGB, 2013 E350
"NHTSA estimates that 58 to 69 lives will be saved each year (not including injuries prevented) once the entire on-road vehicle fleet has rear-view systems, which it believes will be by about 2054"
Let's see, that is about 39 years from now when every car and truck on the road has a camera(s).
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"NHTSA estimates that 58 to 69 lives will be saved each year (not including injuries prevented) once the entire on-road vehicle fleet has rear-view systems, which it believes will be by about 2054"
Let's see, that is about 39 years from now when every car and truck on the road has a camera(s).
Let's see, that is about 39 years from now when every car and truck on the road has a camera(s).
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It's like playing grand theft auto with my 'E every time I park ... Without killing the hookers...
It's like playing grand theft auto with my 'E every time I park ... Without killing the hookers...
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From: Greenville SC USA
2008 E320 Bluetec (until 11/14), 2001 SLK 320, 2004 Volvo V70, 1972 MGB, 2013 E350
What makes you think that the ******* is going to look at camera when they have the much more interesting phone to look at? Unfortunately you can't legislate ******* off the planet.
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2013 E350 Sport
I don't feel it's useless. That was the op. I'm just saying I understand what he's talking about. I have 3 other cars with center mounted cameras. So this took some getting used to when backing into parking spots.
