Mercedes-benz C204-9 2013
Complaint Information: Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins, OBD II Codes
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- NCU - HVAC Warra - EQUIPMENT: 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 alleged mold and mildew type
- LI27.20-P-055758 - POWER TRAIN: Fc 2783 (friction power of torque converter lockup clutch is too high) or fc 0741 (actuation of torque converter lockup clutch not possible) stored in transmission control unit. One possible additional customer complaint could be "poor acce
- GI88.40-P-057430 - EQUIPMENT: Message in instrument cluster "distronic pluscurrently unavailable - see owner's manual"
- C1A140101 - 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
- LI40 15-P-070175 - TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS: Various fault codes present in tpm control unit, vehicles with code 475 and code b03
- LI05 20-P-067123 - ENGINE (PWS): Oil in engine wiring harness
- P-SC-2017030011 - AIR BAGS: Replace driver-side and (if applicable) front passenger air bag
- LI82 85-P-066769 - EQUIPMENT: Comand online: after map update is aborted, navigation no longer functions
- LI91 18-P-049463 - EQUIPMENT: Seat cushion fore/aft adjuster seat cushion cover becomes detached
- LI91 45-P-066075 - SEAT BELTS: Seat belt extender toothed rack sluggish or makes noises
- LI42.47-P-068270 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Road test cannot be started after exchanging the esp control unit or after successfully updating the software.
- LI42.47-P-068271 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: "tire pressure loss detection system inoperative" message in instrument cluster in yellow.
- LI46.10-P-067941 - STEERING:COLUMN: Noise in area of steering column after conducting service measure 1709p46c60 "check mechanical steering column, rework if necessary"
- LI46 10-P-067941 - STEERING:COLUMN: Noise in area of steering column after conducting service measure 1709p46c60 "check mechanical steering column, rework if necessary"
- LI09.40-P-064267 - POWER TRAIN: Rattling noises in area of 2-stage turbocharger, om651
- LI46.15-P-058505 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: Creaking noise when adjusting electrical steering column
- LI27.60-P-059296 - POWER TRAIN: Selector lever blocks in position "p" (brake applied)
- LI40.10-P-059248 - WHEELS: Crackling and cracking noises when cornering
- LI82.30-P-059239 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER: Complaints about poor wiping effect of winshield wiper
- LI49.20-P-059246 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Fault code P245997, P246397, P245900, P246385 or P246309 stored in engine control unit
- LI46.35-P-059241 - STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM: Fault message in instrument cluster on engine start "power steering malfunction, service required"
- LI05.10-P-058758 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Engine noises (rattling) after engine start
- LI91.40-P-059238 - SEAT BELTS: Seat belt adjustment intermittently inoperative and causes noises.
- LI68.05-P-059193 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES: Sentex gate operator with clik card remote not compatible with homelink
- LI72.40-P-059215 - LANE DEPARTURE: Active blind spot assist intermittenly inoperative
- LI27.55-P-058976 - POWER TRAIN: Procedure in case of slight oil traces on transmission 722.9
- LI27.55-P-058976 - POWER TRAIN: Procedure in case of slight oil traces on transmission 722.9
- LI27.19-P-056610 - POWER TRAIN: M276 my2013 and my2014 - harsh shifts: 4-3, 4-5
- LI82.85-P-059083 - EQUIPMENT: Audio/comand display: sporadic failures of central display
- LI05.10-P-056435 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Rattling noise after engine start for several seconds
- LI91.60-P-059056 - AIR BAGS: Flashing or scn coding of airbag control units
- LI27.20-P-055758 - POWER TRAIN: Friction power of torque converter lockup clutch is too high (fc 2783) or actuation of torque converter lockup clutch not possible (fc 0741)
- LI27.55-P-058976 - POWER TRAIN: Procedure in case of slight oil traces on transmission 722.9 with code b03
- LI47.40-P-053871 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Fault code P045600 or P044200 without complaints about engine running characteristics
- P-SC-2013010010 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Software calibration number (scn) code rear sam
- LI03.20-P-048278 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Engine makes intermittent knocking noise, ticking/crackling
- LI72.00-P-055756 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH: Door seal on front door/rear door loose
- LI91.10-P-055704 - SEATS: Front seat backrest trim protrudes
- LI83.00-P-052510 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Malfunctions of various control units and/or on-board power supply problems caused by water in the control unit tray under the driver/front passenger seat (dislocated, pinched or leaking condensation hose)
- LI82.85-P-055695 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Comand: does not start, cannot be operated, comand display remains dark
- LI82.70-P-054226 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Mobile phone in general: the driver is sometimes poorly understood by the receiver, background noise is occasionally audible during a telephone call
- LI82.85-P-061613 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Facebook app cannot be opened
- LI91.16-P-061637 - SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST: Electrical malfunction in seat
- LI05.10-P-049909 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Engine noises after engine start
- LI46.35-P-055436 - STEERING: Red display message in instrument cluster "power steering malfunction - see owner's manual" immediately after engine start
- LI82.61-P-061310 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Becker map pilot: navigation display freezes briefly in the case of physical shocks
- LI54.18-P-058597 - AIR BAGS: Check engine light (cel) on, dtc fault code(s) concerning throttle valve actuator
- LI07.70-P-060243 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Check engine light (cel) on, dtc code P032600 for knock sensor in m271 evo me engine control module
- LI82.60-P-055630 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Audio 20: no navigation, language set to english, media interface inoperative
- LI68.05-P-049515 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Garage door opener cannot be programmed or the range is too short
- LI82.70-P-054226 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Mobile phone in general: the driver is sometimes poorly understood by the receiver, background noise is occasionally audible during a telephone call
- LI07.70-P-059951 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: During long drives in humid states, the check engine light may illuminate with dtcs for misfire on cylinder(s) 1,2,3 or 4 (P030100,P030200,P030300 or P030400).
- LI46.35-P-055436 - STEERING: Red display message in instrument cluster "power steering malfunction - see owner's manual" immediately after engine start
- LI46.10-P-055432 - STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR: Amg performance steering wheel heavily worn/soiled
- LI07.70-P-059951 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION: Check engine light (cel) on, dtc code for misfire (cylinder 1 or 4 - P030100, P030400) in m271 evo me engine control module
- LI91.18-P-058808 - SEATS: Staining on dinamica seat covers in equipment packages 611 / 701 / 711 / 721 / 731 / 741 / 901 / 911 / 921
- LI82.70-P-060004 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Iphone mobile phone: various complaints after software update to ios8
- LI82.85-P-058928 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Comand online: "sirius" satellite radio "sirius" constantly displays the message "updating channels"
- LI82.85-P-059083 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Audio/comand display: sporadic failures of central display
- P-SC- 2013120004 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS: Correct left tail lamp connector locks
- P-SC-2013060003 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Update engine control module software
- LI82.85-P-057192 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Comand online: intermittently no audio output after engine start.
- LI82.85-P-057191 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Comand online: mute function no longer active after a restart
OBD-II Error Codes
Common OBD Error codes specific to this vehicle.
- P2459 [1] Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration Frequency
- P2463 [1] Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Soot Accumulation
- P0442 [1] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0456 [1] Evaporative Emissions System Small Leak Detected
- P0326 [1] Knock Sensor 1 Circuit Range/Performance (Bank 1 or Single Sensor)
- P0301 [2] Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- P0302 [1] Cylinder 2 Misfire Detected
- P0303 [1] Cylinder 3 Misfire Detected
- P0304 [2] Cylinder 4 Misfire Detected
- P0002 [2] Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
| Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
|---|
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200925 |
I have only owned the car for 4 months & the airbag light turned on. The dealership i purchased my vehicle at refuses to look at it unless i pay them first.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200924 |
I have only owned the car for 4 months & the airbag light turned on. The dealership i purchased my vehicle at refuses to look at it unless i pay them first.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200417 |
Check engine light code P0002. Accelerating in any form from the street or especially the highway merging on, there is a superior loss of power/acceleration. Very dangerous as you are a hazard coming into the highway and do not have adequate acceleration when on ramps are a very short distance. I believe it's the high pressure fuel pump as countless others have had the same issue with their vehicle.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200416 |
Check engine light code P0002. Accelerating in any form from the street or especially the highway merging on, there is a superior loss of power/acceleration. Very dangerous as you are a hazard coming into the highway and do not have adequate acceleration when on ramps are a very short distance. I believe it's the high pressure fuel pump as countless others have had the same issue with their vehicle.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200331 |
Vehicle was stolen in florida i purchased it after being fixed and they stated that there where electrical issues after starting the vehicle and lights pertaining to airbags would flash. Afraid bags would go off while driving and cause accident.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200330 |
Vehicle was stolen in florida i purchased it after being fixed and they stated that there where electrical issues after starting the vehicle and lights pertaining to airbags would flash. Afraid bags would go off while driving and cause accident.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200301 |
My mechanic told me that my 2013 mercedes c250 has a timing chain/camshaft adjuster sprocket problem and that it happens a lot on these cars. I found hundreds of other people online with the same problem. It starts usually as soon as the warranty ends. The cost to fix it at the dealership is $5600. It is potentially dangerous as your engine will eventually get damaged while you are driving and cause a terrible accident.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200229 |
My mechanic told me that my 2013 mercedes c250 has a timing chain/camshaft adjuster sprocket problem and that it happens a lot on these cars. I found hundreds of other people online with the same problem. It starts usually as soon as the warranty ends. The cost to fix it at the dealership is $5600. It is potentially dangerous as your engine will eventually get damaged while you are driving and cause a terrible accident.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200221 |
My electronic steering lock failed. Luckily, i was parked but now the car will not start, or unlock the steering wheel. If this failed while i was driving it would be a danger. I know that this is a common problem, that mercedes has since fixed in its later models, but continues to charge $2000 for a fix that is only possible at the dealership. This is a bad design issue with this car.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200220 |
My electronic steering lock failed. Luckily, i was parked but now the car will not start, or unlock the steering wheel. If this failed while i was driving it would be a danger. I know that this is a common problem, that mercedes has since fixed in its later models, but continues to charge $2000 for a fix that is only possible at the dealership. This is a bad design issue with this car.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200217 |
Takata airbag recall not repaired by manufacturer or dealer
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200216 |
Takata airbag recall not repaired by manufacturer or dealer
| No | No | N | None | None | 20191202 |
This recall has been open 11 months with no remedy yet available. I'm afraid to drive with passengers in the front seat due to the faulty air bag that exists in my car. Please make the manufacturer replace the defective air bag so that my car is safe once again.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20181114 |
Mercedes-benz contacted me about the recall to fix the issue but the recall states 'recall incomplete remedy not yet available'. If this is the case then why did they contact me to supposedly fix the issue?
| No | No | N | None | None | 20180403 |
Numerous complaints about sputtering or shuddering when starting my car along with grayish blue/black smoke from exhaust. I also have had cases of driving on the highway and then it hesitates, which puts my family and i in danger . Dealership claims they could not find root cause and they stated it was working to mb specification. Eventually i got a check engine light just when it got out of extended warrant and then the stated i had gotten oil through my camshaft sensors and then through my harness. Cost of repair was over 10k. Subsequently about a year later i have been getting the same sputtering and shuddering with the same smoke and they are now saying i have some timing issue codes. I have they car since it was brand new and bought an extended warranty took it to the dealer for ever repair and maintenance. The issue mentioned is now happening again in 2020
| No | No | N | None | None | 20180402 |
Numerous complaints about sputtering or shuddering when starting my car along with grayish blue/black smoke from exhaust. I also have had cases of driving on the highway and then it hesitates, which puts my family and i in danger . Dealership claims they could not find root cause and they stated it was working to mb specification. Eventually i got a check engine light just when it got out of extended warrant and then the stated i had gotten oil through my camshaft sensors and then through my harness. Cost of repair was over 10k. Subsequently about a year later i have been getting the same sputtering and shuddering with the same smoke and they are now saying i have some timing issue codes. I have they car since it was brand new and bought an extended warranty took it to the dealer for ever repair and maintenance. The issue mentioned is now happening again in 2020