Mercedes Benz 300 owners have reported 6 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 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 light on (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Brake Electric Antilock problems | |
| Brake Light On problems | |
| Brake Foundation Components problems | |
| Service Brakes problems | |
| Brake Disc Rotor problems |
Rotors were not working properly, they were making noise when applying brakes, and there was extended stopping distance. Contacted dealer, and dealer stated that rotors were only suppose to last 20000 miles. Read details...
The brake light came on that said brake fluid is below minimal check . I checked and added brake fluid. The next day while driving the light came on again. I contacted atlanta classic cars, had the vehicle towed. I was told that the abs/asr hydraulic unit was leaking. Read details...
Brakes locked up causing vehicle to skid, resulting in extended stopping distance. Read details...
After being hit from the front passenger side, the throttle stuck in a full throttle mode. The ignition switch did not stop the vehicle, which remained in full throttle mode after turning to the off position, and the brakes were impaired to the point that I could not overpower the acceleration, Read details...
Rotors were not working properly, they were making noise when applying brakes, and there was extended stopping distance. Contacted dealer, and dealer stated that rotors were only suppose to last 20000 miles. Read details...