Mercedes Benz C230 owners have reported 6 problems related to battery (under the electrical system category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Both front power seat modules drain battery when car is off.
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01 v 366 000/battery: when the consumer removed the battery from the trunk and placed it on a crate to check the water level, it all of a sudden exploded in the consumers face. The consumer sustained acid burns, cuts and bruises to his face. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified. The consumer stated that he was not touching the battery at the time of explosion.
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Nar 04/07/2003. * mr the consumer stated the battery started smoking and emitting fumes from the rear of the vehicle. The consumer stated there was a recall regarding the same problem he experienced.
Have any other Mercedes Benz experienced battery explosions? I know of at least one case.
This vehicle has been in for service 16 times in 24 mo. Manufacturer refuses to discuss "lemon law" issues. Vehicle becoming more unsafe as time progresses.
The trunk mounted battery was not properly venting causing it to explode while the consumer was driving, battery acid leaked out. Nlm.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | |
| Battery problems | |
| Wiring problems | |
| Alternator/generator/regulator problems | |
| Instrument Panel problems | |
| Starter Solenoid problems | |
| Camshaft Position Sensor problems | |
| O2 Sensor problems | |
| Car Will Not Accelerate problems | |
| Software problems |