Visibility Related Problems of the 1999 Mercedes Benz 320

Table 1 shows three common visibility related problems of the 1999 Mercedes Benz 320.

Table 1. Visibility related problems of Mercedes Benz 320

Problem Category Number of Problems
Power Window problems
1
Windshield Wiper/washer problems
1
Sun Roof problems
1

Power Window problem #1

Driver's side power window was inoperative. The dealer was notified, and stated that the four window clusters for all the windows had to be replaced to get the driver's side window to operate. The consumer would like to know why all four window clusters had to be replaced. Also, the power steering fluid leaked from the hoses/clamps, and connectors. The leaks appeared more frequently during the winter season which caused the metal to expand. The dealer/manufacturer were not notified at this time.

Windshield Wiper/washer problem #2

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.

Sun Roof problem #3

Fuel guage does not register correct levels of fuel. Dealer replaced the fuel sending unit three times which did not correct the problem. Rear seats can not be unlatched to use cargo area and to relock properly. Exterior trim is falling off the door panel. The vehicle rattles from rear. A/c does not cool unless the recirculatory system is on. Sun roof have follen out. Transmission shifts hard and noisy. The latching mechanism on the seat belt assembly was not assembled correctly due to recall. The owner notified ofthe recall and the dealer fixed (99v-328).


Visibility related problems in other Mercedes Benz 320 model year vehicles:



320 Service Bulletins
320 Safety Recalls
320 Defect Investigations