Table 1 shows four common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1997 Mercedes Benz 300. The number one most common problem is related to the engine head gasket leaking (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the check engine light on (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine Head Gasket Leaking problems | |
| Check Engine Light On problems | |
| Gasoline Engine problems | |
| Diesel Engine problems |
The first engine oil leak was repaired under warranty at 8/25/2000 (48,523 miles) and the replacement gaskets are leaking again on 9/15/2001 (at 58,500 miles). Read details...
Repeated service calls to correct problem since car had approximatekly 6,000 miles. One service repair cost $1,674. Which did not correct the problem. Nw engine check light appeared car back to dealer for sixth time car has 17, 450 miles at this time. Read details...
Engine intermittently bucks at 2,250 rpm at 55 mph, unable to rectify. Read details...