2004 MERCEDES-BENZ C230
3 recalls — 44 complaints — 42 TSBs
24V874000 Nov 19, 2024
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and can detach.
Consequence
A detached sunroof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall number 22V-954. MBUSA's number for this reca... Read more
22V954000 Dec 23, 2022
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and may detach.
Consequence
A detached sunroof panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall expands NHTSA recall number 19V-918. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2023010004, 2... Read more
19V918000 Dec 20, 2019
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/... Read more
Consequence
A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020040011.
Complaint Statistics
44 total complaints
5 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 |
| SEAT BELTS | 5 |
| ENGINE | 4 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 3 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 2 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 2 |
| TIRES | 1 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
Aug 5, 2021
Incident date: Jul 10, 2021
The bonding agent on my roof ( between the glass panel and frame of car) is breaking down- The other week, when I had the sun roof open in direct sun ( my car is usually parked in covered parking) the bonding was sticky to the touch, and got all over my hand when I inspected the rail. I took it to ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 9, 2020
Incident date: Jun 1, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES BENZ C230. THE CONTACT STATED HE NOTICED THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE HEAD LIGHTS WAS MELTED. THE CONTACT STATED HE REPLACED THE BULB HIMSELF. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED AS OF YET. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN INFORMED OF FAI... Read more
Fire
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Apr 2, 2020
Incident date: Sep 1, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES-BENZ C 230. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V918000 (VISIBILITY) HOWEVER, THE PARTS FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT ST... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 4, 2020
Incident date: Feb 1, 2020
SUNROOF DEFECTIVE AND MERCEDES IS NOT HONORING THIS RECALL. C CLASS WAS ANNOUNCED AS PART OF RECALL, HOWEVER THEY WOULD NOT HONOR 2004 C230 DEFECTIVE SUNROOF. PLEASE HELP. I AM SURE THAT MERCEDES IS DOING THEIR BEST NOT TO REPAIR AS MANY AS POSSIBLE.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 17, 2019
Incident date: Feb 14, 2018
FUEL SYSTEM IS LEAKING GETTING CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS CAN'T PASS SMOG AND EGR HOSES THAT RUN DOWN BY THE SUPER CHARGER ARE LEAKING CAUSE THE RUBBER THEY USED KNOWING THIS WOULD HAPPEN ALL HAVE TO DO WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 17, 2019
Incident date: Feb 14, 2018
FUEL SYSTEM IS LEAKING GETTING CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS CAN'T PASS SMOG AND EGR HOSES THAT RUN DOWN BY THE SUPER CHARGER ARE LEAKING CAUSE THE RUBBER THEY USED KNOWING THIS WOULD HAPPEN ALL HAVE TO DO WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON
ENGINE
Feb 17, 2019
Incident date: Feb 14, 2018
FUEL SYSTEM IS LEAKING GETTING CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS CAN'T PASS SMOG AND EGR HOSES THAT RUN DOWN BY THE SUPER CHARGER ARE LEAKING CAUSE THE RUBBER THEY USED KNOWING THIS WOULD HAPPEN ALL HAVE TO DO WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON
SEAT BELTS
Nov 11, 2018
Incident date: Oct 22, 2018
I HAVE A MERCEDES BENZ C230 THE LIGHT IS ON BUT THE SRS IS ON GIVE MESSAGE THAT SAID DRIVE TO A WORK SHOP
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 11, 2018
Incident date: Oct 22, 2018
I HAVE A MERCEDES BENZ C230 THE LIGHT IS ON BUT THE SRS IS ON GIVE MESSAGE THAT SAID DRIVE TO A WORK SHOP
AIR BAGS
Nov 11, 2018
Incident date: Oct 22, 2018
I HAVE A MERCEDES BENZ C230 THE LIGHT IS ON BUT THE SRS IS ON GIVE MESSAGE THAT SAID DRIVE TO A WORK SHOP
SEAT BELTS
Apr 24, 2018
Incident date: Apr 22, 2018
MY DAUGHTER IS 18. THIS WAS MY MERCEDES THAT I HANDED DOWN TO HER THAT I THOUGHT WOULD BE SAFE. HOWEVER, THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLES ARE NOT LOCKING THE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY. THIS IS PART OF A RECALL DONE BY MERCEDES. HOWEVER, WHEN I CALLED THE MERCEDES DEALERSHIP AND ASKED THEM... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 19, 2017
Incident date: Sep 23, 2017
I WAS DRIVING ON THE I-95 AT 60 MPH AND TURNED ON MY AIR CONDITIONER WHEN SMOKE BEGAN TO COME OUT OF THE VENTS. I SHUT OFF THE AIR CONDITIONER AND THE SMOKE STOPPED. I VISITED WITH MY PARENTS AND AS I STARTED THE CAR AND IT WAS IDLING, I TURNED ON THE AIR CONDITIONER AND SMOKE BEGAN TO COME FROM T... Read more
Fire
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 27, 2017
Incident date: Apr 21, 2017
I HAVE MY CAR IN THE AUTO REPAIR SHOP AND THE MECHANIC TELLS ME I NEED A PVC HOSE AND A OXYGEN SENSOR AND BOTH THOSE ITEMS ARE ON A RECALL LIST. HE ASKED ME TO CALL THE DEALER I WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THAT THOSE ARE RECALL ITEMS BUT NOT FOR MY CAR. MY COMPLAINT IS WHY IF THIS IS A RECALL ITEM IT SHO... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Apr 26, 2016
Incident date: Apr 21, 2016
VEHICLE HAS 136,000 MILES AND HAS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED BY ALL OWNERS. DRIVERS BUCKLE OR LATCH NO LONGER OPERATING. PRIOR TO THIS IT WAS BECOMING HARD TO RELEASE BUCKLE AFTER USE. NOW STUCK IN CLOSED POSITION. IT INDICATES THAT THE BELT IS BUCKLED BUT IT WILL NOT CATCH. VERIFIED NOTHING IS STUCK ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 10, 2015
Incident date: Jul 15, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES BENZ C230. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 25-30 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION AND RADIATOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE ... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 10, 2015
Incident date: Jul 15, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES BENZ C230. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 25-30 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION AND RADIATOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE ... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 16, 2015
Incident date: Jan 31, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES BENZ C230. WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS A KNOCKING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT IF THE SOUND BECAME PROGRESSIVELY WORSE, THE INTAKE AND EXHAU... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 15, 2015
Incident date: Jun 4, 2013
THE FUEL TANK WILL ONLY FILL TO 3/4 AND THE VEHICLE HAS AN ODOR OF GASOLINE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE WHEN ATTEMPTING TO FILL THE TANK. THE VEHICLE WAS BROUGHT TO MERCEDES BENZ FOR SERVICE FOR THIS ISSUE AND THEY STATE THEY DO NOT KNOW HOW TO FIX IT AND HAVING SPENT APPROXIMATELY $1.000 FOR MER... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 12, 2014
Incident date: Jan 11, 2014
ENGINE STALLED WHILE WAITING FOR A LEFT TURN. HAVE A QUARTER TANK OF GAS. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON. FAULT LIGHT DID NOT COME ON. CAR WAS PUSHED WHILE IN NEUTRAL BUT BREAKS DID NOT FUNCTION. ALMOST HIT A PARKED CAR. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME OF OCCURRENCE. REPAIR IS MORE THAN $1000. MECHANIC FOUND MOT... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Apr 15, 2013
Incident date: Apr 15, 2013
NUMEROUS THINGS HAVE HAPPENED. THE CAR HAS 124,000 RIGHT NOW. THIS IS THE BIGGEST LEMON EVER!! -CAR CAUGHT FIRE AT MERCEDES - A/C BLOWER SHORTED OUT, CAUSING FUSE BOX TO CATCH FIRE AND BURNT UNDERNEATH DASH. THEY INFORMED ME THE TECHNICIAN RECEIVED MINOR BURNS WHEN TRYING TO PUT OUT THE FIRE. -... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 15, 2013
Incident date: Apr 15, 2013
NUMEROUS THINGS HAVE HAPPENED. THE CAR HAS 124,000 RIGHT NOW. THIS IS THE BIGGEST LEMON EVER!! -CAR CAUGHT FIRE AT MERCEDES - A/C BLOWER SHORTED OUT, CAUSING FUSE BOX TO CATCH FIRE AND BURNT UNDERNEATH DASH. THEY INFORMED ME THE TECHNICIAN RECEIVED MINOR BURNS WHEN TRYING TO PUT OUT THE FIRE. -... Read more
Fire
SEAT BELTS
Aug 21, 2012
Incident date: Aug 14, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES BENZ CLASS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AS SHE ATTEMPTED TO REACH FOR SOMETHING IN THE VEHICLE, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT SNAPPED AT THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFAC... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Apr 6, 2012
Incident date: Jul 6, 2010
THIS CAR IS A MONEY PIT! I BOUGHT 2004 C230 KOMPRESSOR USED IN 2007. TO DATE I HAVE SPENT WELL OVER $8500 IN REPAIRS AND THE CAR IS SITTING IN MY DRIVEWAY WITH ITS LATEST AFFLICTION..A COMPLETELY BLOWN ENGINE. IT IS A USELESS PIECE OF JUNK AND I AM OUT THE $25,000 I ORIGINALLY PAID FOR IT, PLUS THE... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 6, 2012
Incident date: Jul 6, 2010
THIS CAR IS A MONEY PIT! I BOUGHT 2004 C230 KOMPRESSOR USED IN 2007. TO DATE I HAVE SPENT WELL OVER $8500 IN REPAIRS AND THE CAR IS SITTING IN MY DRIVEWAY WITH ITS LATEST AFFLICTION..A COMPLETELY BLOWN ENGINE. IT IS A USELESS PIECE OF JUNK AND I AM OUT THE $25,000 I ORIGINALLY PAID FOR IT, PLUS THE... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Apr 6, 2012
Incident date: Jul 6, 2010
THIS CAR IS A MONEY PIT! I BOUGHT 2004 C230 KOMPRESSOR USED IN 2007. TO DATE I HAVE SPENT WELL OVER $8500 IN REPAIRS AND THE CAR IS SITTING IN MY DRIVEWAY WITH ITS LATEST AFFLICTION..A COMPLETELY BLOWN ENGINE. IT IS A USELESS PIECE OF JUNK AND I AM OUT THE $25,000 I ORIGINALLY PAID FOR IT, PLUS THE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 11, 2012
Incident date: Sep 1, 2011
LETTER FROM CONGRESSMAN ACKERMAN ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT REGARDING AN ISSUE WITH HIS 2004 MERCEDES BENZ C230 *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE DRIVING, DUE TO A CATASTROPHIC ELECTRICAL FAILURE AND DESTROYED THE VEHICLE. *JB
Fire
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
May 20, 2011
Incident date: May 19, 2011
FUEL SENDING SENSOR DEFECTIVE CAUSING VEHICLE TO SHUT DOWN OUT OF FUEL, BUT FUEL GAUGE READS A LITTLE LESS THAN HALF FULL. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oct 28, 2010
Incident date: Jul 15, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES BENZ C230. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE OIL WAS LEAKING ONTO THE O2 SENSOR. THE O2 SENSORS WERE PLACED AUGUST 2009 BY THE DEALER; THE PROBLEM WAS NOT CORRECTED. THE ENGINE OIL BEGAN LEAKING ON THE SENSORS AGAIN SO THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER WHE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Aug 26, 2010
Incident date: Aug 25, 2010
1. FUEL SMELL COMING FROM CAR. 2004 MERCEDES BENZ C 230 KOMPRESSOR 2. FUEL SENDING UNIT CRACKED CAUSING THE FUEL SMELL. SIMILAR TO MB VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS RECALL CAMPAIGN #2008-020001. FUEL SMELL IS CONSTANT AND COULD BE A SAFETY HAZARD IF PASSENGER LIGHTS A CIGARETTE AND FUMES COULD COMBUST. IF VE... Read more
STEERING
Aug 24, 2010
Incident date: Aug 23, 2010
MERCEDES C230 KOMPRESSOR. THE BOLT THAT HOLDS THE ALTERNATOR BELT HAS BROKE 3 TIMES! WHEN THE BELT SLIPPED IT AFFECTED THE POWER STEERING AND I WAS UNABLE TO STEER! VERY SCARY, LUCKILY I WAS DRIVING UNDER 25 MPH AT THE TIME. THERE MUST BE A DEFAULT IN THE DESIGN FOR THIS TO KEEP HAPPENING! *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Aug 24, 2010
Incident date: Aug 23, 2010
MERCEDES C230 KOMPRESSOR. THE BOLT THAT HOLDS THE ALTERNATOR BELT HAS BROKE 3 TIMES! WHEN THE BELT SLIPPED IT AFFECTED THE POWER STEERING AND I WAS UNABLE TO STEER! VERY SCARY, LUCKILY I WAS DRIVING UNDER 25 MPH AT THE TIME. THERE MUST BE A DEFAULT IN THE DESIGN FOR THIS TO KEEP HAPPENING! *TR
VISIBILITY
May 15, 2010
Incident date: May 15, 2010
THE MOTOR OF THE MOON ROOF OF MY 2004 MERCEDES C230 HAS BURNED OUT. THE IS THE 2ND C230 I HAVE OWNED AND I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE 2002. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 26, 2010
Incident date: Apr 26, 2010
THE CAM SENSORS ON THE MERCEDES M271 ENGINE LEAK OIL WHICH SPREADS TO OTHER COMPONENTS VIA THE WIRE HARNESSES CONNECTED TO CAM SENSORS. OIL CONTAMINATION WILL DAMAGE OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS (NAMELY THE ECU AND EXHAUST OXYGEN SENSORS) IF THE CAM SENSORS AND WIRE HARNESSES ARE NOT REPLACED. A NEW ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Mar 30, 2010
Incident date: Feb 15, 2010
THIS IS A 2004 MERCEDES C230. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WENT ON. I WENT TO DEALER WITHIN 15 MILES OF WARNING LIGHT COMING ON. I WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS AN OIL LEAK AND THAT IT HAD DRIPPED OVER THE WIRING HARNESS. IT WOULD COST $3,500 TO REPAIR. I HAVE NEVER MISSED A MAINTENANCE ON THIS CAR. THEY SAID THE T... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mar 30, 2010
Incident date: Feb 15, 2010
THIS IS A 2004 MERCEDES C230. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WENT ON. I WENT TO DEALER WITHIN 15 MILES OF WARNING LIGHT COMING ON. I WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS AN OIL LEAK AND THAT IT HAD DRIPPED OVER THE WIRING HARNESS. IT WOULD COST $3,500 TO REPAIR. I HAVE NEVER MISSED A MAINTENANCE ON THIS CAR. THEY SAID THE T... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 30, 2010
Incident date: Feb 15, 2010
THIS IS A 2004 MERCEDES C230. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WENT ON. I WENT TO DEALER WITHIN 15 MILES OF WARNING LIGHT COMING ON. I WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS AN OIL LEAK AND THAT IT HAD DRIPPED OVER THE WIRING HARNESS. IT WOULD COST $3,500 TO REPAIR. I HAVE NEVER MISSED A MAINTENANCE ON THIS CAR. THEY SAID THE T... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Apr 30, 2009
Incident date: Apr 29, 2009
THIS IS A 2004 MERCEDES C230. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WENT ON. I WENT TO DEALER WITHIN 5 MILES OF WARNING LIGHT COMING ON. I WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS AN OIL LEAK AND THAT IT HAD DRIPPED OVER SEVERAL COMPONENTS AND THE WIRING HARNESS. I WOULD COST $3,500 TO REPAIR BUT THEY ABSORBED THE LABOR COST AND I... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dec 5, 2008
Incident date: Dec 5, 2008
MERCEDES BENZ C230 KOMPRESSOR SPORT SEDAN BEGAN TO LEAK OIL INTO THE CAM MAGNET SENSOR WHICH LEAD TO THE FAILURE OF THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS, COSTING HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS TO REPLACE. MB HAS KNOWN OF THIS PROBLEM IN THE 111 AND 271 SERIES OF ENGINE FOR MANY YEARS. COSTING THE CONSUMER HUGE AMOUNTS ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 19, 2008
Incident date: Jul 24, 2008
I HAVE A 2004 MERCEDES BENZ C230. THE ALARM SOUNDS CONTINUOUSLY WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE KEY WILL NOT DISABLE IT. THE DEALERSHIP SAYS THERE IS NOT A PROBLEM WITH MERCEDES BUT I SEEM TO FIND LOTS OF COMPLAINTS ON INTERNET BLOGS REGARDING OTHER CUSTOMERS HAVING THE SAME PRO... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Apr 17, 2008
Incident date: Feb 10, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES BENZ C230. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR SERVICE WHEN THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE SEAT BELT COMPUTER CHIP WAS NOT FUNCTIONING. THE FAILURE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 61,000. UPDATED 5/5/08 *CN UPDATED 05/05/... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Dec 20, 2007
Incident date: Apr 27, 2005
HESITATION (JERKING) UPON ACCELERATION, USUALLY DURING TURNS OR WHILE IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. THIS HAS BEEN AN ONGOING PROBLEM SINCE PURCHASE OF VEHICLE (NEW). I HAVE TAKEN IT IN FOR REPAIR FOR THIS PROBLEM NO LESS THAN SEVEN (7) TIMES, BUT THE PROBLEM STILL REMAINS. THERE IS ALSO A POPPING NOISE COMIN... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Dec 20, 2007
Incident date: Apr 27, 2005
HESITATION (JERKING) UPON ACCELERATION, USUALLY DURING TURNS OR WHILE IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. THIS HAS BEEN AN ONGOING PROBLEM SINCE PURCHASE OF VEHICLE (NEW). I HAVE TAKEN IT IN FOR REPAIR FOR THIS PROBLEM NO LESS THAN SEVEN (7) TIMES, BUT THE PROBLEM STILL REMAINS. THERE IS ALSO A POPPING NOISE COMIN... Read more
TIRES
Dec 20, 2007
Incident date: Apr 27, 2005
HESITATION (JERKING) UPON ACCELERATION, USUALLY DURING TURNS OR WHILE IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. THIS HAS BEEN AN ONGOING PROBLEM SINCE PURCHASE OF VEHICLE (NEW). I HAVE TAKEN IT IN FOR REPAIR FOR THIS PROBLEM NO LESS THAN SEVEN (7) TIMES, BUT THE PROBLEM STILL REMAINS. THERE IS ALSO A POPPING NOISE COMIN... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT
May 21, 2007
Incident date: Oct 24, 2006
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES BENZ C230. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE'S CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THIS FAILURE OCCURRED ON FOUR OCCASIONS. AFTER THE FIRST FAILURE, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO WAS UNABLE TO FIND ANY FAILURE. AFTER THE SECOND FAILURE, THE DEALER CHANGE... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins — 2004 MERCEDES-BENZ C230
42 manufacturer communications from 30 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 220000 SEATS | 5 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 2 |
| 062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS | 2 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| 091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM | 1 |
| 014000 STEERING:RACK AND PINION | 1 |
NCU - 24240304
Mar 12, 2024
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
As previously reported, to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a Settlement regarding claims relating to alleg
NCU - 24240304
Mar 12, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
As previously reported, to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a Settlement regarding claims relating to alleg
LI91.18-P-077075
Dec 4, 2023
220000 SEATS
Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ??A?A? Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ??A?A? Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.g. seat bel
LI54.30-P-072145
Dec 10, 2020
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
NTG5.5: Incorrect time shown on instrument cluster, COMAND display, and analog clock
LI54.30-P-072145
Dec 10, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NTG5.5: Incorrect time shown on instrument cluster, COMAND display, and analog clock
LI42.47-P-067502
Dec 9, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
If the customer brakes sharply from a speed of > 30mph, without ABS intervention, there is a single cracking noise from the area of the ESP hydraulic unit
LI42.47-P-067502
Dec 9, 2020
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
If the customer brakes sharply from a speed of > 30mph, without ABS intervention, there is a single cracking noise from the area of the ESP hydraulic unit
LI27.50-P-071658
Sep 30, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Harsh engagement when changing gear range from P to D or R
LI33 30-P-056665
Aug 5, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of front axle
LI35 30-P-058566
Aug 5, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of rear axle
LI33 30-P-056665
Aug 5, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of front axle
LI91 45-P-066075
Jul 23, 2018
150000 SEAT BELTS
Seat belt extender toothed rack sluggish or makes noises
LI32.25-P-061137
Mar 24, 2015
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
Clunking noise from front axle suspension strut or rear axle shock absorber on short strokes of the damper
LI32.25-P-061137
Mar 24, 2015
021400 SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT
Clunking noise from front axle suspension strut or rear axle shock absorber on short strokes of the damper
LI32.25-P-061137
Mar 24, 2015
022400 SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
Clunking noise from front axle suspension strut or rear axle shock absorber on short strokes of the damper
LI91.10-P-059391
Jul 12, 2014
220000 SEATS
Noise from the front seats during load change.
LI91.10-P-048497
Jul 12, 2014
160000 STRUCTURE
Noise complaints when load on backrest frame changes. Affects the driver and front passenger seats. Also perform the remedial action if you are performing work on: - backrest frame - backrest cover or - guide rail of head restraint. I
LI91.25-P-059380
Jul 10, 2014
220000 SEATS
Pneumatic comfort systems with insufficient performance, entirely inoperative or leaky.
LI91.10-P-049799
Jul 10, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The presence of a quiescent current can have several causes. These are not always recognized and lead to an increased number of OK components being removed. Possible Hall sensor faults or normalization faults can exist which can be elimin
LI91.10-P-048503
Jul 9, 2014
220000 SEATS
Grunting noise or ripping noise at seat-back lining
LI91.10-P-048498
Jul 9, 2014
220000 SEATS
Noises from area of seat adjuster or cushion frame.
LI05.10-P-058758
Mar 19, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Noise: A rattling noise may be heard from the area of the chain drive for approx. 2-5 seconds after engine start. And/or: Fault code entries in engine control unit: SIM271DE20: P001177 The position of the intake camshaft (cylinder bank
LI35.30-P-058566
Feb 25, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). Heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa)
C1A140101
Feb 11, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This Customer 1 Action has been initiated because certain mbrace subscribers were recently contacted by mbrace informing them that they need to have an i-button call performed to ensure their mbrace device has registered with the Verizon
LI8270P055572
Aug 5, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mobile phone cotacts are not transferred completely.
LI82.85-P-055695
Jul 8, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The COMAND unit does not start or the COMAND display remains dark. The COMAND unit cannot be operated. Note: The problem disappears after a lengthy idle period (>6h) or after interrupting the power supply (circuit 30).
SB-2009100001
Apr 1, 2011
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
MERCEDES: REPLACE THE CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT SOLENOID(S) AND INSTALL ADAPTER HARNESS(ES). DUE TO THE SETTLING PROPERTIES OF THE SEAL OF THE CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT SOLENOID SPECIFICATION, OIL MAY ENTER THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS(ES) THROUGH THE E
SB-2009100001
Apr 1, 2011
113100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID
MERCEDES: REPLACE THE CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT SOLENOID(S) AND INSTALL ADAPTER HARNESS(ES). DUE TO THE SETTLING PROPERTIES OF THE SEAL OF THE CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT SOLENOID SPECIFICATION, OIL MAY ENTER THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS(ES) THROUGH THE E
LI-43-10
Aug 3, 2010
031100 SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
MERCEDES BENZ (DAIMLER): UNSATISFACTORY BRAKE SERVO ASSISTANCE AFTER A COLD START, PRIMARILY WHEN MANEUVERING. LOW VACUUM IN THE INTAKE MANIFOLD DUE TO WIDE OPEN THROTTLE VALVE. RETROFIT ELECTRIC BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM PUMP (M56). MODEL 20
470036
May 1, 2009
091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
MERCEDES: THE FUEL LEVEL INDICATED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DOES NOT MATCH THE ACTUAL FILL LEVEL. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY A FAULT IN THE FUEL LEVEL SENSOR FUNCTION CHAIN: HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRICAL LINES AND THEIR CONNECTIONS, REAR SAM OR IN
470036
May 1, 2009
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
MERCEDES: THE FUEL LEVEL INDICATED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DOES NOT MATCH THE ACTUAL FILL LEVEL. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY A FAULT IN THE FUEL LEVEL SENSOR FUNCTION CHAIN: HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRICAL LINES AND THEIR CONNECTIONS, REAR SAM OR IN
PB-91-60-53A
Feb 27, 2009
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MERCEDES VEHICLE: THE SRS INDICATOR LAMP IS ILLUMINATED AND CODE B1058 AND B2DBO ARE STORED, REPLACE THE SRS CONTROL UNIT. MODELS 203 AND MODEL 209. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. *PE
PB-91-60-53A
Feb 27, 2009
140000 AIR BAGS
MERCEDES VEHICLE: THE SRS INDICATOR LAMP IS ILLUMINATED AND CODE B1058 AND B2DBO ARE STORED, REPLACE THE SRS CONTROL UNIT. MODELS 203 AND MODEL 209. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. *PE
PB-82-10-376F
Feb 6, 2009
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
MERCEDES VEHICLES: THE XENON OR BI-XENON HEADLAMP NOT FUNCTIONING. A FUNCTION DESCRIPTION CAN BE FOUND IN WIS DOCUMENT GF8S.10-P-20010 (203), GF82.10-P-0003Q (209); GF82.10-P-3002R (230). MODEL YEARS UKNOWN. *PE
PB-42-30-103
Jan 13, 2009
046100 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
MERCEDES VEHICLE: THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) RETURN FLOW PUMP RUNNING WITHOUT CONTROL WITH CORRESPONDING FAULT CODE C1401, CLEAN AND INSULATED THE CONNECTOR FOR THE RETURN FLOW PUMP RELAY. MODELS 202 AND 208. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN.
PB-42-30-103
Jan 13, 2009
046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
MERCEDES VEHICLE: THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) RETURN FLOW PUMP RUNNING WITHOUT CONTROL WITH CORRESPONDING FAULT CODE C1401, CLEAN AND INSULATED THE CONNECTOR FOR THE RETURN FLOW PUMP RELAY. MODELS 202 AND 208. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN.
462046
Dec 4, 2008
014200 STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK
PLAY IN THE RACK AND PINION STEERING SYSTEM. MODELS 203, 209, 210, 211, 215, 220, 230. MERCEDES BENZ. *KB UPDATED 5/13/09. *PE
462046
Dec 4, 2008
014000 STEERING:RACK AND PINION
PLAY IN THE RACK AND PINION STEERING SYSTEM. MODELS 203, 209, 210, 211, 215, 220, 230. MERCEDES BENZ. *KB UPDATED 5/13/09. *PE
2008020002
Aug 1, 2008
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
MERCEDES-BENZ: DAIMLER AG HAS DETERMINED THAT THE ENGINE VENT HOSE ON SUBJECT VEHICLES MAY NOT CONFORM TO SPECIFICATIONS. CRACKS MAY DEVELOP IN THE VENT HOSE OVER TIME AND IN THE WORST CASE RESULT IN A ROUGH RUNNING ENGINE. *PE
033008
Apr 24, 2008
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON / FAULT CODES FC1200 / FC1208 STORED IN ME-SFI CONTROL UNIT. MERCEDES-BENZ MODEL C230, C280, C350, SLK280, SLK350, CLK350, CLK550, E350, E550, CLS550, S600, AND SL550. EQUIPPED WITH M272 ENGINE OR M273 ENGINE. *NJ
2008020002
Mar 1, 2008
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
MODEL C230, MODEL YEARS 2003-2005 - REPLACE ENGINE VENT HOSES. *NJ
2008010001
Feb 20, 2008
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
MERCEDES-BENZ - CHECK CATALYTIC CONVERTERS AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY - MODELS 203, 209, 211, 215, 230 - MODEL YEARS 2004-2005. *NJ UPDATE 8/7/2008. *PE
MERCEDES-BENZ C230 — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ C230 across all model years (2002–2007).
23
Total Recalls
883
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
54
Reported Crashes
26
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
MERCEDES-BENZ C230 — Year by Year
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