Equipment Problems of Mercedes Benz E430

Mercedes Benz E430 owners have reported 4 equipment related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common equipment problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's equipment (3 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's mechanical jack (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Equipment related problems of Mercedes Benz E430

Problem Category Number of Problems
Equipment problems
3
Mechanical Jack problems
1

Recently reported Equipment problems of Mercedes Benz E430

The Equipment problem

Stalling, abrupt engine failure, fail to or delayed start: frequency - 6 times per year, no warning. 1/yr - fail to start and delayed starting for several minutes; 5/yr engine stopped/ stalled while operating at speeds from 35 to 65 mph. 1.   Read details...

The Mechanical Jack problem

The contact owns a 2000 Mercedes Benz E430. While changing the tires, the jack that came equipped with the vehicle fell over on its own. There were no injuries. The dealer and manufacturer have not been notified. The failure mileage was 135,000.   Read details...




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