Mercedes Benz C240 2007
Model C240 made in 2007 by Mercedes Benz got 4 consumer complains as well as 35 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to engine and engine cooling. . Technical service bulletines regarding air bags and electrical system.
Model 2007
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||||
| SB-91-60-193 | 06/11/2010 | 10034306 | Mercedes: airbag durability and reliability. air bag srs control module (n2/2) does not have a set shelf life and will normally be reliable for the life of a vehicle. with 164, 216 221, 251 and newer, the airbag control unit can be reset | 11/01/2010 | |
| 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 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE | |||||
| RB-2009060005 | 08/01/2009 | 10032568 | Mercedes benz: software calibration number (scn) coding; engine control module. the vehicles fuel tank leak diagnosis system may have been inadvertently deactivated during a visit to the workshop. this may cause the affected vehicles to | 04/14/2010 | |
| 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 | |
| 2007010010 | 08/01/2007 | 10021302 | Replace engine oil dipstick. *kb updated 10/18/07. *nj | 04/02/2007 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL | |||||
| LI03-20-P-048278 | 02/22/2010 | 10034625 | Mercedes (xentry): engine makes noise, ticking/crackling at idle speeds up to approx. 1500 rpm. run in effect of 1st crankshaft main bearing. models 211, 219, 164, 251, 203, 204, 209, 221, 461 and 463. no model years listed. *pe | 12/13/2010 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS | |||||
| SB-2008070002 | 08/01/2008 | 10028026 | Mercedes: replace v belt upper guide pulley. the v belt upper guide pulley optimized for noise reduction is available. the dealer will replace upper guide pulley at the next workshop visit. *pe | 02/27/2009 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| LI-82-10/598B | 10/01/2009 | 10036933 | Xentry (mercedes benz): replacing exterior light bulbs. exterior lights. li did not match dtb from which it was created. (main remedy for repair was missing.) *pe | 04/20/2011 | |
| 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 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL | |||||
| LI-88-70 | 03/06/2011 | 10041066 | Mercedes benz: the turn signal light on the mirror fogs up due to temperature differences. *rm | 09/19/2011 | |
| LI-88-70 | 03/06/2011 | 10041066 | Ready | 09/19/2011 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - FLASHER UNIT | |||||
| LI-88-70 | 03/06/2011 | 10041066 | Ready | 09/19/2011 | |
| LI-88-70 | 03/06/2011 | 10041066 | Mercedes benz: the turn signal light on the mirror fogs up due to temperature differences. *rm | 09/19/2011 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM | |||||
| 470036 | 05/01/2009 | PB-47-00-36B | 10016670 | Mercedes: the fuel level indicated in the instrument cluster does not match the actual fill level. this may be caused by a fault in the fuel level sensor function chain: hydraulic and electrical lines and their connections, rear sam or in | 09/27/2005 |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| SB-2008120008 | 12/01/2008 | 10030904 | Mercedes benz: models 203, 209, 211, 219,230, and 463; model years 2005-2007. replace pilot bushing at electrohydraulic unit. daimler ag has determined that on affected vehicles the transmission pilot bushing may leak. dealer will repla | 12/18/2009 | |
| POWER TRAIN - TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) | |||||
| SC-2007100004 | 02/01/2009 | 10029504 | Mercedes: replace transfer case on affected vehicles optimized transfer cases will reduce vibrations when cornering or when parking. models 203, 211, 220. *pe | 07/10/2009 | |
| 2007100004 | 01/01/2009 | 10023776 | Models e320, e500, e55, e350, e550, e63 and s430 4matic, s500 4matic. my 2005-2006 -- replace transfer case. *nj updated 5/13/09. models c280, c350, c320 and c240. my 2005-2007. *pe | 01/31/2008 | |
| SEAT BELTS | |||||
| 40-P-052794 | 04/20/2012 | 10044222 | Mercedes benz: front or rear seat belt does not roll up correctly. dirt deposits on the seat belt guide due to soiled seat belt. also included models 169, f cell, 246, and 231. no model years given. *js | 05/23/2012 | |
| 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 | |||||
| 20-P-053398 | 03/12/2012 | 10044181 | Xentry: rattling/thumping noises from the area of the steering on rough roads or when driving over road undulations. no model years given. also included models 168 and 172. *js | 05/17/2012 | |
| 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 |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SHOCK ABSORBER | |||||
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Ready | 05/23/2011 | |
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm | 05/23/2011 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM | |||||
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm | 05/23/2011 | |
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Ready | 05/23/2011 | |
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SHOCK ABSORBER | |||||
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Ready | 05/23/2011 | |
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm | 05/23/2011 | |
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS - AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM | |||||
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm | 05/23/2011 | |
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Ready | 05/23/2011 | |
| TIRES - PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | |||||
| 424586 | 01/03/2008 | 10024117 | All model 171, 203 and 209 vehicles equipped with sales code 477 - tire loss warning system (indirect esp based) with run flat tires. [tire pressure monitoring inactive] displayed instrument cluster. model year 2005-2007. *nj | 03/11/2008 | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| 2006110005 | 08/01/2008 | 10021246 | Install software for navigation system. *kb updated 3/5/09. *pe | 03/26/2007 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 09/23/2011 | 55214 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 mercedes-benz c240. the contact stated that when driving 5 mph and above, the vehicle would decelerate abnormally. the failure recurred on an intermittent basis. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where they advised the contact that the cam shaft adjuster solenoid on the driver's side was causing the failure. the vehicle was repaired for however, the failure recurred. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance to the contact. the failure mileage was approximately 55,214. the vin was unavailable. kmj | |||
| 09/23/2011 | 55214 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 mercedes-benz c240. the contact stated that when driving approximately 5 to 70 mph the vehicle would decrease in speeds. the failure had occurred on an intermittent basis. the vehicle was taken to a dealer and they advised him that cam shaft adjuster cylanoid on the left side was cauasing the failure. the vehicle was repaired for the component mentioned above. shortly after having the vehicle repaired the failure had recurred. the manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 55,214. the vin was unavailable. tb | |||