Power Train Problems of Mercedes Benz S350

Mercedes Benz S350 owners have reported 2 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission torque converter (1 problem). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Mercedes Benz S350


Recently reported Power Train problems of Mercedes Benz S350

The Automatic Transmission Torque Converter problem

While driving at freeway speeds car went into limp mode. Engine rmp were limited to 1500rpm and speed dropped to 25mph. This happened 3 times during week of 3/14/16 and again on 3/22/16. Had to make defensive emergency maneuver to steer the car away from the traffic lanes and stop on the side of   Read details...

The Power Train problem

I did some research on mercedes 3. 0l diesel motors and there seems to be an issue with the seal failing about 50,000 miles causing the motor to leak oil and the seal as well as the oil cooler need to be replaced. It is such a common problem on the 3.   Read details...




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