Mercedes Benz C280 owners have reported 6 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's exterior lighting (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's headlight concealment device (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting problems | |
| Headlight Concealment Device problems | |
| Tail Light Switch problems | |
| Headlights problems | |
| Tail Light problems |
Shortage in tail lamps and melting of bulbs. Read details...
Consumer states while driving and switch to dim the head lights cuts off. Ts Read details...
The contact owns a 1999 Mercedes Benz C280. The rear tail light bulbs and plastic holder melted seven times. The dealer has not diagnosed the vehicle; however, they replaced the plastic holder and bulb under warranty. The contact filed a complaint with the manufacturer. Read details...
Insulation on the wiring harness for the headlights is failing to where bare wires show and are contacting other bare wires shorting out the system. After searching online I see this is a common problem. Read details...
Harmonica balancer on 1999 Mercedes Benz C280 v6 2. 8l engine. I've had some problems with the power steering and starting the car. I understand there is a recall for this problem but I never received any papers from the manufacturer. Read details...