Mercedes Benz 280 owners have reported 3 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission park/neutral start switch (1 problem). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's transmission failure (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Automatic Transmission Park/neutral Start Switch problems | |
| Transmission Failure problems | |
| Automatic Transmission Gear Indicator problems |
On slight incline, after gear shift was put into park, key removed and shut door while walking toward house, the vehicle rolled backwards down the hill, hitting two trees. Please describe details. Read details...
Transmission failed. Read details...
While in reverse position, the vehicle took off in reverse about 20 mph, causing $3200 damages on the vehicle. Read details...