Service Brakes Problems of Mercedes Benz 240

Mercedes Benz 240 owners have reported 7 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake electric antilock (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake master cylinder (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Service Brakes related problems of Mercedes Benz 240


Recently reported Service Brakes problems of Mercedes Benz 240

The Brake Electric Antilock problem

Bas esp malfunction and shutdown repeatedly.   Read details...

The Brake Master Cylinder problem

I was in a smal accident because the brakes failed to stop properly. There were no injuries and little damage to the bumper of my car. The brake pressure sensor faulted and they replaced the brake pressure sensor on the master cylinder.   Read details...

The Service Brakes problem

While driving on 101 freeway at full speed, the mercedes suddenly self-initiated continuous brake action. This was uncommanded -- without me pressing the brakes or taking any other action. The console displayed an "esp" error message. This nearly caused an accident.   Read details...

The Brake Light On problem

Vehicle experienced brake problems, electrical issues, and catalytic converter. Vehicle was in an accident resulting in $7500. 00 dollars in damages. Mercedes wanted to give the owner a new vehicle but wanted $4000. 00 dollars in exchange because of time owned.   Read details...




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