pfgray

Hi my name is Paul and I could really use some help. I own SL 55 AMG which is currently out of warranty. The other day the battery exploded and discharged battery acid all over wiring harness which now needs to be replaced. No idea what caused this to happen the question is what do I do now given the situation. My service Rep claims this has never happened and cost of repairs is $4000. He claims the Mercedes will split the cost of repairs with me. I however think I’m being misled, sounds like a manufactures defect to me. Has anyone ever heard of battery acid leaking and destroying the wiring harness to the vehicle? If so how should I proceed with Mercedes and my service agent?

sprins

That sucks man. Never heard of such a situation before. But there is always a first time for misfortune. Every now and then I hear about cars spontaneusly combusting which makes me wonder too.

However, the bright side is that Mercedes will pay half to begin with. Was it a Mercedes battery? Or a 3rd party? Was it maintained properly? You can always try to shove liability to the battery manufacturer.

Well, good luck with the mess.

DFW01E55

I think there's something funny going on Paul.
MB won't just offer to cover half of the cost for no reason at all.

I wonder if the NTSB has ever received complaints of this nature on the SL55.
If so, you've got 'em by the ... well, let's just say - advantage Paul.