Two problems related to engine failure have been reported for the 2002 Mercedes Benz C230. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Engine fails in traffic and stops, starts back up immediately. I hadn't reported earlier cases because I assumed it was me getting use to a new car. This is a standard transmission vehicle with significantly different gearing than I am use to.
Initially the engine failed and the car lost power, in traffic, during a turn. The car would not restart immediately, and the electronic message center indicated there was "no malfunction" occurring. Upon arrival at my destination the engine failed after being placed in park, as I considered backing into the driveway. The dealer has inspected the car at least 4 times on 3 different days, and can offer no explanation for this defective performance.