Table 1 shows six common power train related problems of the 1999 Mercedes Benz 320. The number one most common problem is related to the transmission not engage (one problem). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission cooler (one problem).
Transmission disengaged then downshifted (1st) while driving. Brakes engaged. Car came to violent halt , then car and passengers were lurched back & forth uncontrollably without operator input, rpms erratic until key removed. Freeway incident would have resulted in fatalities. Read details...
Transmission leaks oil/gas pedal is very stiff & hard to press/ door locks keep going up and down when using remote control/ rear washer hose to rear wiper had to be replaced/there is noise in the left front wheel, and disc backing plate is bent and brake pedal is stiff when trying to stop. Read details...
While driving in snowy weather and climbing a hill, the electrical traction control system took over and the vehicle accelerated resulting on loss of control of the vehicle and hitting a boulder off the highway. Prior to loss of control, the electronic trouble code light illuminated. Read details...