Table 1 shows six common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1999 Mercedes Benz C280. The number one most common problem is related to the engine belts and pulleys (six problems). The second most common problem is related to the engine cooling system (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine Belts And Pulleys problems | |
| Engine Cooling System problems | |
| Engine Stall problems | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling problems | |
| Engine problems | |
| Loud Engine Noise problems |
Mercedes-benz 1999 C280. Crankshaft pulley fell apart while at a stop sign not far from home, was able to drive back home before complete breakdown. Smelled burning rubber, no fire. The car has only 25,284 miles. Read details...
Consumer states that the drivebelt cracked and came off while driving, causing failure of power steering/ alternator, and the engine cooling system. Read details...
On November 24, 2010 our 1999 Mercedes Benz C280 sedan engine stalled/stopped running with no warning. Fortunately for us we were not on a fast moving surface street, a highway or a freeway. This situation, when the engine stalls/stops makes it is extremely difficult to steer the car and stop it Read details...