Exterior Lighting Problems of Mercedes Benz C300

Mercedes Benz C300 owners have reported 292 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 (113 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tail light switch (110 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of Mercedes Benz C300

The Exterior Lighting problem

I have messages on my instrument panel stating I have airbag malfunction going on I also have tail lights that are not working and after trying to replace the bulbs it still don't work so obviously it's the light bulb panel so I went and looked at recalls and says that these are all recalls on my   Read details...

The Tail Light Switch problem

Left tail lights burning out due to overheated wires   Read details...

The Headlights problem

My vehicle continuously gives me warning/alert messages of headlight/signal/parking lamp issues. Upon inspection and taken to certified, reliable mercedes repair shops, lights are fully functioning, yet alerts continue on my display/dash.   Read details...

The Turn Signal problem

The contact owns a 2016 mercedes-benz C300. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driving assist and another unknown warning light were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the turn signal and steering wheel modules needed to be   Read details...

The Brake Light problem

The ground wire for the rear brake lights is heating up. Mercedes dealer fixed this, per NHTSA recall #14v-177 but the issue is reoccurring.   Read details...




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