Electrical System Problems of Mercedes Benz C230 - part 2

Mercedes Benz C230 owners have reported 41 problems related to electrical system (under the electrical system category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Mercedes Benz C230 based on all problems reported for the C230.

36 Electrical System problem of the 1998 Mercedes Benz C230

Failure Date: 07/05/2004

When using the cigarette lighter, the dashboard began to smoke without warning. No fire reported. Please provide additional information.

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37 Electrical System problem of the 2003 Mercedes Benz C230

Failure Date: 04/05/2003

Consumer disappointed with her problematic, unreliable and potentially unsafe vehicle. The window seals scratched the glass tint. The radio reception was poor and the keyless entry system only worked at close range. The technician indicated that the tint was likely the cause of the poor reception and inability to use the entry system at further distances. The dealer installed scraper seals to alleviate the scratching. The vehicle shut off five times in a 45 min period and all the service lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken tot he dealer who determined that a cylinder had misfired and water was in the spark plugs. The dealer replaced he cylinder head and all valves. The bas, esp and abs light illuminated while driving. There was a lack of airflow power when the a/c was used. The vehicle hesitated when accelerating. There was a strong mildew odor coming through the vents. Cd skipped when turning corners. A rattling noise could be heard from the engine while the a/c was on.

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38 Electrical System problem of the 2000 Mercedes Benz C230

Failure Date: 10/01/2001

The vehicle's exhaust system rattled, there were numerous electrical problems, the check engine light had come on intermittently and was reset because there was no problem found, there had been a possibility of problems with the seal on the fuel injection and air injection valves, the climate control unit was faulty, the heated driver side seat did not work properly, and the middle console did not close. Scc.

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39 Electrical System problem of the 2000 Mercedes Benz C230

Failure Date: 08/01/2001

Engine light flashes on and off while driving. Rings on the transmission had to be replaced. Consumer was unable to identify the type of rings. The dealer did not honor the vehicle's warranty. The speakers would intermittently change the radio sound, center console did not open properly, volume did not work, there was a wind noise coming from behind the driver while in motion, driver's seat heater was extremely hot, blower motor was inoperative and the fan speed control switch illumination was inoperative at times.

40 Electrical System problem of the 2002 Mercedes Benz C230

Failure Date: 01/06/2001

The C230 coupe shut off while on highway.

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41 Electrical System problem of the 2002 Mercedes Benz C230

The consumer states that while driving onto a ramp, the electronic stability program had function erratically. The consumer applied the right rear brakes causing the vehicle to drive into the curb. The consumer feels that this defective part is life threatening. Scc.




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