Structure Problems of Mercedes Benz 500

Mercedes Benz 500 owners have reported 5 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's door (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Mercedes Benz 500

Problem Category Number of Problems
Door problems
2
Body problems
1
Roof And Pillar problems
1
Structure problems
1

Recently reported Structure problems of Mercedes Benz 500

The Door problem

Automatic door locks failed.   Read details...

The Body problem

My 2000 Mercedes Benz s500 is rusting from underneath the paint. There are several places where the car is rusting. Mercedes, at the corporate level, pretends they are unaware of the problem. However, at the dealership level, they openly admit to this problem and tell me that I am out of luck.   Read details...

The Roof And Pillar problem

Convertible soft top rear window is hazy causing poor visibility. Mjs   Read details...

The Structure problem

2000 Mercedes Benz sl 500 had the hood liners replaced three times in 5 years. The first hood liner became brittle and disintegrated. The second hood liner became powdery and literally fell apart less than 2 years after installation. The consumer was told the head liner was considered wear and tear.   Read details...




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