Exterior Lighting Problems of Mercedes Benz C230

Mercedes Benz C230 owners have reported 19 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 10 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's exterior lighting (5 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tail light switch (4 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of Mercedes Benz C230

The Exterior Lighting problem

My first incidence was driving and the steering would all of a sudden get stiff like it needed power steering fluid or something. Check it wasn't the fluid (this happened a few month ago I thought hmmm probably just something freaky) then 1/8/16 riding down the busy interstate highway the car   Read details...

The Tail Light Switch problem

Hello there, this is my vehicle information 2006 Mercedes Benz C230 sport VIN : wdbrf52h46f752584 and this is the NHTSA recall number : 16v081 manufacturer recall number : 2018030001 I have started a research after I have experienced too many issues with electrical wiring & headlamps,   Read details...

The Headlights problem

Low beam driver side headlight is out and goes out when replacing bulb. I always take my car to the mercedes dealership, where I purchased new in 2007, for maintenance. Service rep says the wiring in headlamp is corrosive and needs replacing.   Read details...

The Brake Light problem

Fuel gauge failure:reads more than there is at times; has resulted in running out of fuel;erratic reading even after filling tank with fuel;will show full and a few minutes later shows empty. Also, brake light bulbs buring out at 1 to 2 month intervals.   Read details...

The Brake Light Switch problem

2000 mercedes C230 defective brake light switch. The brake light switch has failed 4 times on this car, and there is no indication that the brake lights are not working. This could lead to a serious collision, as drivers behind are not aware that I'm slowing down/stopping.   Read details...




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