2004 Mercedes-Benz C230Mercedes-benz C230 2004

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Crash Tests, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 2004 Mercedes-Benz C230.
The vehicle is described as a Rear-Wheel Drive Compact Cars THREE DOOR HATCHBACK.

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
Mercedes-BenzPremium
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
20 MPG27 - 28 MPG386.39 g/mile
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Sub-models: - C230 Kompressor - C230 Kompressor Sports Coupe -

Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 2004 Mercedes-Benz C230?
     - The 2004 Mercedes-Benz C230 has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 20 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 27 - 28 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz C230?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz C230 can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz C230?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz C230 is $2900.
  • Are there recalls for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz C230?
     - There are 2 recall(s) for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz C230, additional information is below.
  • How much does the 2004 Mercedes-Benz C230 weigh?
     - The 2004 Mercedes-Benz C230 is listed to weigh 1835 lbs.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 247629 [USA]: A detached sunroof panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 154257 [USA]: A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
  • Automatic 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive C230 Kompressor

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-4750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsEMS 2MODE CLKUP
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 112.9352
    City mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2900
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,28
    Vehicle record id19621
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)12
    Model name (carline)C230 Kompressor
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)89
    TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 125.5
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 139.1
    EPA vehicle size classCompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-4750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsEMS 2MODE CLKUP
    If s, this vehicle is superchargedS
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Manual 6-spd Rear-Wheel Drive C230 Kompressor

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    TransmissionManual 6-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-4750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsEMS
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 112.9352
    City mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2900
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,27
    Vehicle record id19622
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)12
    Model name (carline)C230 Kompressor
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)89
    TransmissionManual 6-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 124.8
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 138.4
    EPA vehicle size classCompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-4750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsEMS
    If s, this vehicle is superchargedS
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Automatic 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive C230 Kompressor Sports Coupe

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-4750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsEMS 2MODE CLKUP
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 112.9352
    City mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2900
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,28
    Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet)16
    Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet)85
    Vehicle record id19623
    Model name (carline)C230 Kompressor Sports Coupe
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 125.5
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 139.1
    EPA vehicle size classCompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-4750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsEMS 2MODE CLKUP
    If s, this vehicle is superchargedS
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Manual 6-spd Rear-Wheel Drive C230 Kompressor Sports Coupe

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    TransmissionManual 6-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-4750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsEMS
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 112.9352
    City mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2900
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,27
    Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet)16
    Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet)85
    Vehicle record id19624
    Model name (carline)C230 Kompressor Sports Coupe
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionManual 6-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 124.8
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 138.4
    EPA vehicle size classCompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-4750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsEMS
    If s, this vehicle is superchargedS
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
NHTSA Submitted Crashtests
  • Research Collision Test: Vehicle Into Barrier

    There are 5 videos for NHTSA test number 5173

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  • Research Collision Test: Vehicle Into Barrier

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Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • NCU - 24240304 - 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
  • LI91.18-P-077075 - 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
  • LI8270P055572 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Mobile phone cotacts are not transferred completely.
  • LI54.30-P-072145 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Ntg5.5: incorrect time shown on instrument cluster, comand display, and analog clock
  • LI42.47-P-067502 - 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 - POWER TRAIN: Harsh engagement when changing gear range from p to d or r
  • LI82.85-P-055695 - 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).
  • LI05.10-P-058758 - 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 - 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 - 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
  • LI91.25-P-059380 - SEATS: Pneumatic comfort systems with insufficient performance, entirely inoperative or leaky.
  • LI91.10-P-059391 - SEATS: Noise from the front seats during load change.
  • LI91.10-P-049799 - 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 - SEATS: Grunting noise or ripping noise at seat-back lining
  • LI91.10-P-048498 - SEATS: Noises from area of seat adjuster or cushion frame.
  • LI91.10-P-048497 - 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
  • LI35 30-P-058566 - POWER TRAIN: Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of rear axle
  • LI33 30-P-056665 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of front axle
  • LI91 45-P-066075 - SEAT BELTS: Seat belt extender toothed rack sluggish or makes noises
  • LI32.25-P-061137 - SUSPENSION:FRONT: Clunking noise from front axle suspension strut or rear axle shock absorber on short strokes of the damper
  • LI-43-10 - 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
  • SB-2009100001 - 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
  • PB-42-30-103 - 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.
  • PB-91-60-53A - 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 - 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
  • 2008020002 - 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
  • 2008020002 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS: Model c230, model years 2003-2005 - replace engine vent hoses. *nj
  • 2008010001 - 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
  • 033008 - 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
  • 462046 - 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
  • 470036 - 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
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20200201

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20200131

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20190901

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 stated that the sunroof was inoperable. The contact reached out to mercedes-benz of palm springs located at (4095 e. Palm canyon dr, palm springs, ca 92264, (760) 328-6525) and was informed that the part for the recall repair was unavailable and was not able to provide a time frame for the repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 121,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

NoNoN NoneNone20190831

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 stated that the sunroof was inoperable. The contact reached out to mercedes-benz of palm springs located at (4095 e. Palm canyon dr, palm springs, ca 92264, (760) 328-6525) and was informed that the part for the recall repair was unavailable and was not able to provide a time frame for the repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 121,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

NoNoN NoneNone20181021

I have a mercedes benz c230 the light is on but the srs is on give message that said drive to a work shop

NoNoN NoneNone20180421

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 if my car was recalled, they said that my vin number wasn't one of the cars. I don't understand if my car is doing same thing that the recall says. There will be a heck of a lawsuit if my daughter was to get in a wreck and her seat belt malfunctioned. This is what the recall says and my daughter's vehicle is doing the same thing. ......Some seat belt buckles may have a burr on a metal component of the locking mechanism. This could prevent the seat belt from locking under certain conditions. In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will replace the affected seat belts. This recall is expected to begin on december 22, 2003. The mercedes-benz recall number is 2003 120006. You would think mercedes would take caution and fix this if the owner is telling them the seat belt is doing the same thing on the car that the recall says. I would like for mercedes to take full responsible and fix my vehicle at no charge. If not and something happens to my daughter, i will file a lawsuit. Period. Thanks

NoNoN NoneNone20180213

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

NoFireN NoneNone20170922

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 the vents again and flames appeared under the dashboard. I was able to put out the fire and pulled the fuse box cover off and found the fuse box was where the fire had started. There was a paper with fuse sizes and locations put (by mercedes) in between the fuses which had been singed, and part of the fuse box and some of the fuses had melted. I did an internet search and found a complaint on a mercedes forum where this had happened to another 2004 mercedes c230.

NoNoN NoneNone20170420

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 should be for all cars. Those are the only 2 things wrong with my car. I need help.

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Common OBD-II Error Codes
  • P0011 [1] "A" Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 1)
  • C1401 [1] Traction Control Valve RF Circuit Open
  • B1058 [1] B1058
  • C1200 [1] ABS Inlet Valve Coil LF Circuit Short To Battery
  • C1208 [1] ABS Inlet Valve Coil Rear Circuit Short To Battery

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