Mercedes Benz C Class 1991-2006
Model C Class made by Mercedes Benz got 5 consumer complains as well as 20 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling and equipment. Technical service bulletines regarding digital instrument panel and electrical system.
Car model
| Name | Recalls | Bulletins | Investigations | Consumer Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes Benz C Class 1991 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Mercedes Benz C Class 1994 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 26 |
| Mercedes Benz C Class 1995 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 70 |
| Mercedes Benz C Class 1996 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 15 |
| Mercedes Benz C Class 1997 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 14 |
| Mercedes Benz C Class 1998 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| Mercedes Benz C Class 1999 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 7 |
| Mercedes Benz C Class 2000 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 27 |
| Mercedes Benz C Class 2001 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 27 |
| Mercedes Benz C Class 2002 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 60 |
| Mercedes Benz C Class 2003 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 34 |
| Mercedes Benz C Class 2004 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 41 |
| Mercedes Benz C Class 2005 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 21 |
| Mercedes Benz C Class 2006 | 2 | 13 | 0 | 11 |
Model 9999
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL | |||||
| 916076 | 07/25/2007 | 916076D | 10022876 | Mercedes-benz models c230, c280, c350, c320,c32, c55, c240, clk 350, clk 320, clk 500, clk 55. srs light illuminated - accompanied by either of the diagnostic fault codes (dtc 9103/dtc 9123). model year unknown *nj | 10/02/2007 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||||
| 98051112/982 | 05/11/1998 | 602118 | Condition with ignition key difficult to remove. *yc | 09/15/1998 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| 15982 | 06/19/1998 | 603630 | Experiencing hydraulic element ticking noise during initial overnight and / or cold starts. *tt | 02/26/1999 | |
| EQUIPMENT | |||||
| PSIMBNA4030A | 08/01/1998 | 602167 | New tools and procedures for chassis alignment(models 170,202,208,210 and all future models). *yc | 10/14/1998 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||||
| PB472020 | 11/06/2001 | 627217 | Subject regarding fuel filter assembly. *jg | 02/05/2002 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM | |||||
| 47012 | 05/11/2001 | 621567 | Information on replacing the fuel pump or fuel gauge sender. *tt | 09/26/2001 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| LI-27-50 | 02/22/2011 | 10038206 | Mercedes-benz: the transmission switches to limp-home mode while driving. gearshifts are no longer possible. this is caused by a fault with the rpm sensor. *rm | 06/10/2011 | |
| LI-27-50 | 02/22/2011 | 10038206 | Ready | 06/10/2011 | |
| 980501980501 | 05/01/1998 | 602114 | Replacement of automatic transmission 722.6 with transmision serial numbers up to nd including: 880338 tp 951799. *yc | 09/14/1998 | |
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION | |||||
| LI-27-50 | 02/22/2011 | 10038206 | Mercedes-benz: the transmission switches to limp-home mode while driving. gearshifts are no longer possible. this is caused by a fault with the rpm sensor. *rm | 06/10/2011 | |
| LI-27-50 | 02/22/2011 | 10038206 | Ready | 06/10/2011 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||||
| PSIMBNA5875A | 07/01/1998 | 603399 | Information regarding celette fixture set available for 202 and 208 models. *yc | 02/19/1999 | |
| 18983 | 08/03/1998 | 602792 | Information on replacing quarter panels on 202 models. *yc | 01/13/1999 | |
| 98051112/984 | 05/11/1998 | 602120 | Complaints of water in the 02 sensor connector in the front passenger footwell. *yc | 09/15/1998 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR | |||||
| PSIMBNA72101 | 11/01/1998 | 602737 | Experiencing clicking noise from the front door lock trim (model 202 and 210). *yc | 01/07/1999 | |
| SSI7255 | 04/01/1998 | 601446 | Replacement of door interior trim panel components. *yc | 08/04/1998 | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| 540 | 11/17/2000 | 616288 | Subject regarding the sale of demonstrator vehicles. *tt | 02/16/2001 | |
| 599 | 12/12/2000 | 616241 | Information on certain sports coupe and sedans making a debut in los angeles. *tt | 02/15/2001 | |
| 587 | 12/07/2000 | 616228 | Information on c-class sedans. *tt | 02/15/2001 | |
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER | |||||
| 26982 | 11/19/1998 | 602768 | Some 124, 129, 201, 202 and 208 models may have replacement of windshield wiper inserts. *yc | 01/11/1999 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer took vehicle in for repairs and received a notice that all four tires (general touring) need replacing. one tire, due to it's damage was replaced at a charge to the consumer. consumer feels since the tires in question are 80000 mile tires, that there should be an adjustment in the replacement cost. also, the vehicle experienced the following defects the third brake light was out, the radio antenna won't go down, there is a leak in the head gasket, and the door locks make noise when using the central locking device. *jg *jb | |||
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer took vehicle in for repairs and received a notice that all four tires (general touring) need replacing. one tire, due to it's damage was replaced at a charge to the consumer. consumer feels since the tires in question are 80000 mile tires, that there should be an adjustment in the replacement cost. also, the vehicle experienced the following defects the third brake light was out, the radio antenna won't go down, there is a leak in the head gasket, and the door locks make noise when using the central locking device. *jg *jb | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer took vehicle in for repairs and received a notice that all four tires (general touring) need replacing. one tire, due to it's damage was replaced at a charge to the consumer. consumer feels since the tires in question are 80000 mile tires, that there should be an adjustment in the replacement cost. also, the vehicle experienced the following defects the third brake light was out, the radio antenna won't go down, there is a leak in the head gasket, and the door locks make noise when using the central locking device. *jg *jb | |||
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer took vehicle in for repairs and received a notice that all four tires (general touring) need replacing. one tire, due to it's damage was replaced at a charge to the consumer. consumer feels since the tires in question are 80000 mile tires, that there should be an adjustment in the replacement cost. also, the vehicle experienced the following defects the third brake light was out, the radio antenna won't go down, there is a leak in the head gasket, and the door locks make noise when using the central locking device. *jg *jb | |||
| TIRES | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer took vehicle in for repairs and received a notice that all four tires (general touring) need replacing. one tire, due to it's damage was replaced at a charge to the consumer. consumer feels since the tires in question are 80000 mile tires, that there should be an adjustment in the replacement cost. also, the vehicle experienced the following defects the third brake light was out, the radio antenna won't go down, there is a leak in the head gasket, and the door locks make noise when using the central locking device. *jg *jb | |||