Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES | |||
| 07/18/2012 | 136000 | 1 | |
| While driving on a level and straight road the car automatically applied brakes and came to a complete halt. weather conditions where; clear visibility, about 85 deg f, dry asphalt surface. error codes resulting from this fault indicates a faulty esp yaw rate sensor. the independent mechanic code reader showed that the yaw rate sensor output was reading angle rates from as low as 34 to as high as 300+ gradients/sec, while the car was not moving and parked at the shop. as the person responsible for any actions while driving this car, i that the car should not overrule the driver's inputs and create an unsafe condition. the vehicle should just indicate to the driver the existence of an unsafe condition and do not take any action until the driver acknowledges this warning/caution. *tr | |||
| 07/18/2012 | 136000 | ||
| While driving on a level and straight road the car automatically applied brakes and came to a complete halt. weather conditions where; clear visibility, about 85 deg f, dry asphalt surface. error codes resulting from this fault indicates a faulty esp yaw rate sensor. the independent mechanic code reader showed that the yaw rate sensor output was reading angle rates from as low as 34 to as high as 300+ gradients/sec, while the car was not moving and parked at the shop. as the person responsible for any actions while driving this car, i that the car should not overrule the driver's inputs and create an unsafe condition. the vehicle should just indicate to the driver the existence of an unsafe condition and do not take any action until the driver acknowledges this warning/caution. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 12/01/2010 | 121000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz c320. the contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph the front passenger side brakes engaged and the vehicle began to lose control. within a few moments the brake released and the contact was able to continue driving. an esp system light illuminated on the instrument panel during the failure. the failure recurred intermittently. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or to be repaired. the failure mileage was 121,000 and the current mileage was 131,000. the vin was unavailable. | |||
| 12/01/2010 | 121000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz c320. the contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph the front passenger side brake engaged and the vehicle began to lose control. after a few moments the brake released and the contact continued to drive. an esp system light illuminated on the instrument panel during the failure. the failure has since recurred intermittently. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the failure mileage was 121,000 and the current mileage was 131,000. the vin was unavailable. sm. | |||
| 10/18/2001 | 33 | 03/05/2001 | |
| Beginning on 10/18/01 to present, this vehicle has been taken into the dealership 34 different times for the following reasons: (1) remote inop - 10/18/01; (2) remote inop - 11/14/01; (3) replaced remote - 12/3/01; (4) remote inop - 12/11/01; (5) replaced front pads & sensors - 12/26/02; (6) replaced right front door window motor - 4/24/03; (7) replaced remotes - 5/15/03; (8) replaced crankshaft sensor & connector module - 12/2/03; (9) replaced faulty rear sam control module - 12/2/03; (10) replaced a/c pressure switch - 12/2/03; (11) replaced air mass meter sensor - 12/11/03; (12) replaced right door window regulator - 1/5/04; (13) replaced rear shade roller blind - 1/5/04; (14) replaced side bag connector all doors - 1/9/04; (15) replaced right front door window seal - 2/27/04; (16) replaced oil level sensor & resealed oil pan - 4/28/04; (17) replaced sway bar bushing and caster arms - 4/28/04; (18) resealed elec plug for trans - 4/28/04; (19) replaced right rear door linkage and knob - 7/22/04; (20) replaced a/c blower & fan speed regulator - 8/23/04; (21) replaced right rear door window regulator - 8/23/04; (22) replaced mounting clips & bearings driver seat - 8/23/04; (23) replaced right rear door window motor - 2/7/05; (24) low oil light on, changed oil & filter - 2/7/05; (25) replaced oil sending unit - 3/17/05; (26) replaced right front seat control module - 5/20/05; (27) replaced alternator and regulator - 5/20/05; (28) replaced driver side seat clamps & pins - 5/20/05; (29) replaced brake pads, shoes, rotors and disc - 5/20/05; (30) replaced leaking trans plug and leaking pan gasket - 5/20/05; (31) fuel gauge inop - 6/27/05. at present remote will not open trunk & malfunction (elect stab prog esp) is on. i have asked that vehicle be replaced with a reliable vehicle of same type and mileage, hq mercedes llc has refused on 2 occasions. i have contact with the dept of consumer affairs.*jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 12/08/2004 | 29943 | 1 | |
| Consumer was pulling inside of a parking space to park and vehicle suddenly accelerated uncontrollably. consumer applied the brakes and pedal went to the floor. then, vehicle continued to accelerate with speed, jumped the curb,and crashed into a parked vehicle head on. upon impact, both frontal air bags did not deploy. no injuries reported. consumer was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, but mechanic could not duplicate the problem. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 03/20/2003 | 28000 | 1 | 09/18/2002 |
| Excessive rotor wear on 2001 mercedes c320 with only 26,000 miles. *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 01/26/2005 | 53867 | 1 | |
| Dt: car has had several problems from air bags to brakes to alternator. owner doesnt think he should have to pay for these repairs, actually the main concern he has is about the warranty. upon purchase, the vehicle air bag lights came on, then the brakes and alternator went out as well. the brakes failed due to a master cylinder failure. the alternator failed after the owner installed a new battery. *jb | |||