Latches/locks/linkage Problems of Mercedes Benz 300

Mercedes Benz 300 owners have reported 1 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 1 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Mercedes Benz 300

Problem Category Number of Problems
Latches/locks/linkage problems
1

Latches/locks/linkage problem #1

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. Drove car home after a few days - in area away from home and had to use rental. On return home with vehicle, it again stalled out while driving at 40mph on a drawbridge at night! again, car was able to eventually get restarted and driven to safety. I have had car at mercedes dealership and two other car repair centers that were endorsed. No one can fix the defect. I have spent over $12,000 over less than 2 years to no avail. We just continue to get milked for money. The car does have 156k mileage on it, but is a diesel and has been well cared for despite the mileage with maintenance checks as warranted by the dealer.



300 Service Bulletins
300 Safety Recalls
300 Defect Investigations