Mercedes Benz C Class owners have reported 7 equipment related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common equipment problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's air conditioner (3 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's adaptive equipment (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Air Conditioner problems | |
| Adaptive Equipment problems | |
| Equipment problems | |
| Radio/tape Cd Player problems |
While driving with a/c set on "auto" the a/c system would suddenly turn off by itself and would turn of repeatedly when started again. During such episodes the a/c would act erratic with fans turning on and off at different outlets, cycles between heating and cooling, and makes hissing Read details...
Seat control module failure. 2 modules per car, 1 for passenger seat, and 1 for driver seat fail. The defective seat control module unit will deplete the cars battery overnight resulting in a no-start condition the following day. A new battery, or a jump start, will get the car going again. Read details...
At 43,500 and 54 months the transmission in the car had to be replaced. The car has always been properly serviced at the mercedes dealer. I believe this model/make has defects as I have brought it back for service many times. Read details...
Various problems with 2001 mercedes c240. The keyless entry remote failed intermittently. The windshield washer aimed too high. The fm radio reception was poor. The clutch was rubbing. The srs light illuminated on the dash. Read details...