general problems of the 2007 Mercedes Benz C230

11 problems related to electrical system have been reported for the 2007 Mercedes Benz C230. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2007 Mercedes Benz C230 based on all problems reported for the 2007 C230.

1 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/16/2026

The contact owns a 2007 mercedes-benz C230. The contact stated while driving in a storm, the windshield cracked. The taillight and indicator lights were inoperable. There was an abnormal tapping sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who confirmed there was no failure with the sunroof. The vehicle was repaired. After retrieving the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start while the temperature was 20 degrees. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer by aaa. The tow truck driver jump-started the vehicle and closed the sunroof. The dealer informed the contact that the sunroof was leaking, the battery needed to be replaced, and the solenoid was inoperable. The vehicle was not repaired. Additionally, the remote was inoperable. The passenger’s side mirror light was inoperable. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 99,000.

2 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 08/05/2025

Hi my name is [xxx] my son's name is [xxx] we bought the car and had no problems tell recently my brother n his associates have been making it a part of there day to day basis to spice the wires to the ecu and the fuel tank and transmission was stolen now they put a stolen one in my car and it's messed up my ability to go over 20 or shift and my esp and abs srs lights are just going off like a christmas tree . Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

3 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 02/05/2021

Came to my car one day after it sat for maybe an hr at my mechanics house the doors unlocked with remote, went to srart car and it did not a make unlock vibrating sound after that realized it was not working, spent 400 dollars each on two different keys both of those did not work, techs had issue orogramming key.

4 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 06/02/2019

Problem shifting gear. Only 47k miles. Stuck in the freeway only acceleration of 30 mph. Dealership diagnosis conductor plate $1800-2800 repair.

5 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/04/2018

Took car to dealership for recall service on driver airbag module, after driving away once job was finished noticed I was unable to turn steering wheel and the steering wanted to lock while driving. Srs light remained on. Smoke came out from under the hood and car was not overhearing, I called dealership and service advisor was gone and was not offered any additional help. I drove car slowly to my home and parked it on the street because I was unable to drive to the driveway. I opened hood and smoke was coming from power steering reservoir and also leaking fluid. I did not have any issues driving my vehicle prior to this recall service. I was put endanger along with my 2 kids and now having to fix other costly repairs and have no additional vehicle to drive. Flie size of picture exceeds upload limits.

6 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/15/2017

I received a recall on the airbag and electrical system.

7 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 04/22/2016

Transmission went out at 100,ooo miles car went out without warning going at a rate of 40 miles per hour on a buisy highway motorist stranded with a walking disability, esp light came on when trying to put car in drive would not had to be towed now at mercedes dealership north palm beach , dealer ship advised would cost 12,ooo. Oo to repair recall was too late to file deadline 2-15-16.

8 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/14/2014

Balance shaft is bad mercedes wants $5833 to fix it now they have a class action lawsuit against them for that they should have to pay the whole amount to fix it as I looked for recall I found the problem for my gas tank that should have been recalled to if you fill the car up you can smell gas need help to fix this.

9 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/04/2013

The contact owns a 2007 Mercedes Benz C230. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after several minutes. Several days later while the contact was driving 30 mph, the vehicle stalled three times in the course of a 24-hour period. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 08v303000 (electrical system). And contacted the manufacturer, who advised that the VIN was not included in the recall campaign and offered no further assistance. The dealer was notified and advised the contact to bring the vehicle in for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 57,000.

10 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2011

The contact owns a 2007 Mercedes Benz C230. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated, the speedometer was inoperable and the esp bas control was also illuminated. The dealer was notified and the contact was awaiting a service appointment. The manufacturer advised the contact that her VIN had not been included in NHTSA campaign id number: 08v303000 (electrical system). The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where they performed a diagnostic which confirmed that the control unit needed to be replaced. The current and failure mileage was approximately 69,000.

11 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2007

Major problems drive train senors air bags.


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