Electrical System Related Problems of the 2001 Mercedes Benz C320

Table 1 shows ten common electrical system related problems of the 2001 Mercedes Benz C320. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (nine problems). The second most common problem is related to the battery (seven problems).


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 2001 Mercedes Benz C320

The Electrical System problem

The "multi function display" (mfd) screen in the dash fades with interior heat (in summer) and eventually fails over time. The mfd displays all critical vehicle operation information (such as coolant temperature warnings, electronic stability control activation, etc.   Read details...

The Battery problem

Malfunctioning seat control modules drain battery in 2001 C320 Mercedes Benz. Not long after purchasing the car in January 2008 with 51,000+ miles, I paid $175 dollars for a new mbz battery, before asking dealership to disconnect seat control modules.   Read details...

The Ignition problem

This has been ongoing for 3 years. I have a Mercedes Benz C320. I have had intermittent air conditioner and heater. My electronic keys have been intermitant. There is a squeaking sound from the suspension. I get malfunction messages when there is no malfunction.   Read details...


Electrical System related problems in other Mercedes Benz C320 model year vehicles:



C320 Service Bulletins
C320 Defect Investigations