Mercedes Benz C230k
Model C230k made by Mercedes Benz got 7 consumer complains as well as 11 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags and electrical system.
Model 1999
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||||
| PB-91-60-53A | 02/27/2009 | 10028586 | Mercedes vehicle: the srs indicator lamp is illuminated and code b1058 and b2dbo are stored, replace the srs control unit. models 203 and model 209. model years unknown. *pe | 05/11/2009 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| PB-91-60-53A | 02/27/2009 | 10028586 | Mercedes vehicle: the srs indicator lamp is illuminated and code b1058 and b2dbo are stored, replace the srs control unit. models 203 and model 209. model years unknown. *pe | 05/11/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| LI-03-30 | 03/30/2011 | 10041208 | Ready | 09/20/2011 | |
| LI-03-30 | 03/30/2011 | 10041208 | Mercedes benz: engine light is on with stored trouble codes. *rm | 09/20/2011 | |
| 033008 | 04/24/2008 | SB-03-30-08E | 10022893 | Check engine light on / fault codes fc1200 / fc1208 stored in me-sfi control unit. mercedes-benz model c230, c280, c350, slk280, slk350, clk350, clk550, e350, e550, cls550, s600, and sl550. equipped with m272 engine or m273 engine. *nj | 10/03/2007 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||||
| PB-82-10-376F | 02/06/2009 | 10028585 | Mercedes vehicles: the xenon or bi-xenon headlamp not functioning. a function description can be found in wis document gf8s.10-p-20010 (203), gf82.10-p-0003q (209); gf82.10-p-3002r (230). model years uknown. *pe | 05/11/2009 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK | |||||
| PB-42-30-103 | 01/13/2009 | 10028624 | Mercedes vehicle: the anti-lock brake system (abs) return flow pump running without control with corresponding fault code c1401, clean and insulated the connector for the return flow pump relay. models 202 and 208. model years unknown. | 05/12/2009 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | |||||
| PB-42-30-103 | 01/13/2009 | 10028624 | Mercedes vehicle: the anti-lock brake system (abs) return flow pump running without control with corresponding fault code c1401, clean and insulated the connector for the return flow pump relay. models 202 and 208. model years unknown. | 05/12/2009 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC | |||||
| LI-43-10 | 08/03/2010 | 10034988 | Mercedes benz (daimler): unsatisfactory brake servo assistance after a cold start, primarily when maneuvering. low vacuum in the intake manifold due to wide open throttle valve. retrofit electric brake booster vacuum pump (m56). model 20 | 02/04/2011 | |
| STEERING - RACK AND PINION | |||||
| 462046 | 12/04/2008 | SB-46-20-46A | 10020460 | Play in the rack and pinion steering system. models 203, 209, 210, 211, 215, 220, 230. mercedes benz. *kb updated 5/13/09. *pe | 10/23/2006 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| 29992 | 06/08/1999 | 606700 | Concerns with check engine light on with code p0100, p0170. *tt | 08/31/1999 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 06/01/2000 | 20000 | 1 | |
| 1999 mercedes benz c230 instrument panel lights have gone out. i have not had this problem repaired due to the cost estimate quoted to me by the mb dealership. instrument panel lights went out 2 weeks after vehicle warranty expired. another problem probably associated with the electrical system is that i have had to replace headlamps, interior lamps, backup lamps (ie light bulbs) on a continual basis. at least every other month i have a warning light come on that i have lamp out. presently i have to replace the backup lamps but have not done so. just replaced a left headlamp two weeks ago. this has been ongoing since my mother purchased the car new in august of 1999. she gifted the mb to me and i have been the only driver since 2001 and it is a one owner mb (two family members). *tr | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE | |||
| 03/10/2007 | 80000 | 7 | 05/31/2002 |
| Mar '07: interior dash light warning check engine came on. i immediately brought it to a mercedes-authorized mechanic; computer diagnostic said fuel trim error. mar to oct '07 following parts were replaced: all fuel injectors, spark plugs, engine wiring, all engine gaskets & 2 maf (mass air flow) oxygen sensors; additionally, the compressor unit was taken apart 7 times, and upon examination, a very small amount of oil would be discovered - 1 tsp to 1 tbsp ea time. each time, it was impeccably cleaned. total cost to owner over 7 months: $3,500. during car ownership, the car has been maintained according to mercedes repair schedules, using only oem parts and products - it only has 86k original miles on it - very low for an 8 yr old car. the mechanic observed that the blow back oil accumulates in the compressor, so the computer sensor thinks the engine is running too rich and will virtually shut down power to the compressor. the compressor itself was tested after each cleaning, and runs perfectly. it only when the interior compressor sensors picks up minor molecules of oil, that it thinks it is running too rich, and will not deliver power to the engine. this is especially dangerous, because it is not predictable, and when it occurs, the driven is unable to climb hills or even slight inclines, and can not exceed 65 mph without a >50% loss of power to the engine. the car can not even accelerate on a slight incline and will loose 10-20 mph as a result. it was assessed by the mechanic, after watching it for 6 mos and reinspecting 6 times (all with the same fuel trim error, and no other computer errors registering) that the blow back is from interior o rings, very deep in the engine: repair cost est: $3-5k. this type repair is not heard of on a mercedes with 86k miles, with the care taken. the car is undriveable due to the inordinate repair costs (tx dot inspection does not pass with check engine light problems). *tr | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 03/10/2007 | 80000 | 7 | 05/31/2002 |
| Mar '07: interior dash light warning check engine came on. i immediately brought it to a mercedes-authorized mechanic; computer diagnostic said fuel trim error. mar to oct '07 following parts were replaced: all fuel injectors, spark plugs, engine wiring, all engine gaskets & 2 maf (mass air flow) oxygen sensors; additionally, the compressor unit was taken apart 7 times, and upon examination, a very small amount of oil would be discovered - 1 tsp to 1 tbsp ea time. each time, it was impeccably cleaned. total cost to owner over 7 months: $3,500. during car ownership, the car has been maintained according to mercedes repair schedules, using only oem parts and products - it only has 86k original miles on it - very low for an 8 yr old car. the mechanic observed that the blow back oil accumulates in the compressor, so the computer sensor thinks the engine is running too rich and will virtually shut down power to the compressor. the compressor itself was tested after each cleaning, and runs perfectly. it only when the interior compressor sensors picks up minor molecules of oil, that it thinks it is running too rich, and will not deliver power to the engine. this is especially dangerous, because it is not predictable, and when it occurs, the driven is unable to climb hills or even slight inclines, and can not exceed 65 mph without a >50% loss of power to the engine. the car can not even accelerate on a slight incline and will loose 10-20 mph as a result. it was assessed by the mechanic, after watching it for 6 mos and reinspecting 6 times (all with the same fuel trim error, and no other computer errors registering) that the blow back is from interior o rings, very deep in the engine: repair cost est: $3-5k. this type repair is not heard of on a mercedes with 86k miles, with the care taken. the car is undriveable due to the inordinate repair costs (tx dot inspection does not pass with check engine light problems). *tr | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - TURBO-CHARGER | |||
| 03/10/2007 | 80000 | 7 | 05/31/2002 |
| Mar '07: interior dash light warning check engine came on. i immediately brought it to a mercedes-authorized mechanic; computer diagnostic said fuel trim error. mar to oct '07 following parts were replaced: all fuel injectors, spark plugs, engine wiring, all engine gaskets & 2 maf (mass air flow) oxygen sensors; additionally, the compressor unit was taken apart 7 times, and upon examination, a very small amount of oil would be discovered - 1 tsp to 1 tbsp ea time. each time, it was impeccably cleaned. total cost to owner over 7 months: $3,500. during car ownership, the car has been maintained according to mercedes repair schedules, using only oem parts and products - it only has 86k original miles on it - very low for an 8 yr old car. the mechanic observed that the blow back oil accumulates in the compressor, so the computer sensor thinks the engine is running too rich and will virtually shut down power to the compressor. the compressor itself was tested after each cleaning, and runs perfectly. it only when the interior compressor sensors picks up minor molecules of oil, that it thinks it is running too rich, and will not deliver power to the engine. this is especially dangerous, because it is not predictable, and when it occurs, the driven is unable to climb hills or even slight inclines, and can not exceed 65 mph without a >50% loss of power to the engine. the car can not even accelerate on a slight incline and will loose 10-20 mph as a result. it was assessed by the mechanic, after watching it for 6 mos and reinspecting 6 times (all with the same fuel trim error, and no other computer errors registering) that the blow back is from interior o rings, very deep in the engine: repair cost est: $3-5k. this type repair is not heard of on a mercedes with 86k miles, with the care taken. the car is undriveable due to the inordinate repair costs (tx dot inspection does not pass with check engine light problems). *tr | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||
| 06/01/2000 | 20000 | 1 | |
| 1999 mercedes benz c230 instrument panel lights have gone out. i have not had this problem repaired due to the cost estimate quoted to me by the mb dealership. instrument panel lights went out 2 weeks after vehicle warranty expired. another problem probably associated with the electrical system is that i have had to replace headlamps, interior lamps, backup lamps (ie light bulbs) on a continual basis. at least every other month i have a warning light come on that i have lamp out. presently i have to replace the backup lamps but have not done so. just replaced a left headlamp two weeks ago. this has been ongoing since my mother purchased the car new in august of 1999. she gifted the mb to me and i have been the only driver since 2001 and it is a one owner mb (two family members). *tr | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | |||
| 03/10/2007 | 80000 | 7 | 05/31/2002 |
| Mar '07: interior dash light warning check engine came on. i immediately brought it to a mercedes-authorized mechanic; computer diagnostic said fuel trim error. mar to oct '07 following parts were replaced: all fuel injectors, spark plugs, engine wiring, all engine gaskets & 2 maf (mass air flow) oxygen sensors; additionally, the compressor unit was taken apart 7 times, and upon examination, a very small amount of oil would be discovered - 1 tsp to 1 tbsp ea time. each time, it was impeccably cleaned. total cost to owner over 7 months: $3,500. during car ownership, the car has been maintained according to mercedes repair schedules, using only oem parts and products - it only has 86k original miles on it - very low for an 8 yr old car. the mechanic observed that the blow back oil accumulates in the compressor, so the computer sensor thinks the engine is running too rich and will virtually shut down power to the compressor. the compressor itself was tested after each cleaning, and runs perfectly. it only when the interior compressor sensors picks up minor molecules of oil, that it thinks it is running too rich, and will not deliver power to the engine. this is especially dangerous, because it is not predictable, and when it occurs, the driven is unable to climb hills or even slight inclines, and can not exceed 65 mph without a >50% loss of power to the engine. the car can not even accelerate on a slight incline and will loose 10-20 mph as a result. it was assessed by the mechanic, after watching it for 6 mos and reinspecting 6 times (all with the same fuel trim error, and no other computer errors registering) that the blow back is from interior o rings, very deep in the engine: repair cost est: $3-5k. this type repair is not heard of on a mercedes with 86k miles, with the care taken. the car is undriveable due to the inordinate repair costs (tx dot inspection does not pass with check engine light problems). *tr | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 05/02/2002 | |||
| Abs light will continueously come on and stay on while consumer is driving. contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything.*ak | |||