Mercedes Benz 300 owners have reported 20 engine and engine cooling related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 10 most common engine and engine cooling problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's engine and engine cooling (4 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's diesel engine (4 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
Wiring harness caught fire while in shop for repairs. Read details...
Driving at 70 mph on cruise control and electronics on front dash went blank, car decelerated, and I had to get off the road before it stopped. Car would not start for approximately 30 minutes. Was able to restart and drive to safety. Read details...
The check engine light comes on and goes off at will. Read details...
Driving at 70 mph on cruise control and electronics on front dash went blank, car decelerated, and I had to get off the road before it stopped. Car would not start for approximately 30 minutes. Was able to restart and drive to safety. Read details...
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...