2002 Mercedes-Benz C240Mercedes-benz C240 2002

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

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Below you will find all available information on the 2002 Mercedes-Benz C240.
The vehicle is described as a Rear-Wheel Drive Compact Cars Compact.

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
Mercedes-BenzPremium
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
15 - 17 MPG24 MPG444.35 - 493.72 g/mile
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Sub-models: - C 240 -

Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 2002 Mercedes-Benz C240?
     - The 2002 Mercedes-Benz C240 has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 15 - 17 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 24 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz C240?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz C240 can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz C240?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz C240 is $3300.
  • Are there recalls for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz C240?
     - There are 2 recall(s) for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz C240, additional information is below.
Available Engine & Drive Classes
  • 2.6L 6 cylinder 5-speed automatic
  • 2.6L 6 cylinder 6-speed manual
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 247757 [USA]: A detached sunroof panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 154290 [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 C240

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.6
    TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsEMS 2MODE CLKUP
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.8755
    City mpg for fuel type 1,17
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.6
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3300
    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 1,24
    Vehicle record id17588
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)12
    Model name (carline)C240
    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 121.6489
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 132.8643
    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-6750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsEMS 2MODE CLKUP
    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 C240

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.6
    TransmissionManual 6-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-8750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsEMS
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 116.5283
    City mpg for fuel type 1,15
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.6
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3700
    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 1,24
    Vehicle record id17589
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)12
    Model name (carline)C240
    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 118.9895
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 133.7648
    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-8750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsEMS
    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
Bulletins

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

  • 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
  • LI33 30-P-056665 - SUSPENSION: 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
  • 40-P-052794 - SEAT BELTS: Mercedes benz: front or rear seat belt does not roll up correctly. Dirt deposits on the seat belt guide due to soiled seat belt. Also included models 169, f cell, 246, and 231. No model years given. *js
  • 20-P-053398 - STEERING: Xentry: rattling/thumping noises from the area of the steering on rough roads or when driving over road undulations. No model years given. Also included models 168 and 172. *js
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20201013

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 mercedes-benz c240. The contact stated that the instrument panel lights failed to illuminate properly. The contact stated that the odometer was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to mercedes-benz of tacoma (1701-c alexander ave e, fife, wa 98424) where it was diagnosed however, the contact was still awaiting information on the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage approximately 90,000.*dt*jb*dt the consumer provided a photo. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20201012

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 mercedes-benz c240. The contact stated that the instrument panel lights failed to illuminate properly. The contact stated that the odometer was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to mercedes-benz of tacoma (1701-c alexander ave e, fife, wa 98424) where it was diagnosed however, the contact was still awaiting information on the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage approximately 90,000.*dt*jb*dt the consumer provided a photo. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20200825

Received nhtsa recall #19v918, mb campaign #2020040011, and brought vehicle to mercedes dealer, alfano, in san luis obispo, ca on 8/25/2020. Was told by dealer's service manager that vehicle production date was not available and that the vehicle did not match the models included in the recall, such production dates were from 01/16/2006 to 07/09/2006 inclusive. No inspection of the sunroof bonding or repairs were attempted on the vehicle. Image of service invoice attached to this document.

NoNoN NoneNone20200824

Received nhtsa recall #19v918, mb campaign #2020040011, and brought vehicle to mercedes dealer, alfano, in san luis obispo, ca on 8/25/2020. Was told by dealer's service manager that vehicle production date was not available and that the vehicle did not match the models included in the recall, such production dates were from 01/16/2006 to 07/09/2006 inclusive. No inspection of the sunroof bonding or repairs were attempted on the vehicle. Image of service invoice attached to this document.

NoNoN NoneNone20200819

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 mercedes-benz c240. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v918000 (visibility). Flagship motorcars of lynnfield (385 broadway rte. 1 north, lynnfield, ma 01940) was contacted and an appointment was scheduled to have the recall repair performed. Upon leaving the dealer after the recall repair was performed, the contact attempted to use the sun roof however, the sunroof would not close. The contact drove the vehicle back to the dealer and explained the failure. The contact was informed that her sun roof would be reset. The contact was also informed that there was an issue with the motor and that she would have to pay out of pocket for a diagnostic test to determine the failure. The contact refused the serviced and asked the mechanic to seal the sun roof and return the sun roof to its original form. After leaving the dealer for the second time, the contact stated that the sun roof shook upon closing her front driver's side door. The contact then called the dealer back the next day and was informed that the sun roof shaking was not normal. She was advised to take the vehicle back to be inspected. The contact had yet to take the vehicle to the dealer. The contact attempted to notify the manufacturer of the failure however, she was unable to reach a representative. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20200818

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 mercedes-benz c240. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v918000 (visibility). Flagship motorcars of lynnfield (385 broadway rte. 1 north, lynnfield, ma 01940) was contacted and an appointment was scheduled to have the recall repair performed. Upon leaving the dealer after the recall repair was performed, the contact attempted to use the sun roof however, the sunroof would not close. The contact drove the vehicle back to the dealer and explained the failure. The contact was informed that her sun roof would be reset. The contact was also informed that there was an issue with the motor and that she would have to pay out of pocket for a diagnostic test to determine the failure. The contact refused the serviced and asked the mechanic to seal the sun roof and return the sun roof to its original form. After leaving the dealer for the second time, the contact stated that the sun roof shook upon closing her front driver's side door. The contact then called the dealer back the next day and was informed that the sun roof shaking was not normal. She was advised to take the vehicle back to be inspected. The contact had yet to take the vehicle to the dealer. The contact attempted to notify the manufacturer of the failure however, she was unable to reach a representative. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20200801

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 mercedes benz c240. The contact received nhtsa campaign number: 19v918000 (visibility). The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called mercedes-benz of seattle (2025 airport way s, seattle, wa 98134 (206) 331-4312) where it was informed that the vehicle was from canada. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact did not experience a failure. The manufacturer was contacted however no further assistance was provided. Parts distribution disconnect.

NoNoN NoneNone20200731

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 mercedes benz c240. The contact received nhtsa campaign number: 19v918000 (visibility). The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called mercedes-benz of seattle (2025 airport way s, seattle, wa 98134 (206) 331-4312) where it was informed that the vehicle was from canada. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact did not experience a failure. The manufacturer was contacted however no further assistance was provided. Parts distribution disconnect.

NoNoN NoneNone20180611

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 mercedes-benz c240. The contact stated that upon purchase of the vehicle, the sun roof rattled while driving at various speeds. The contact then received a notification of nhtsa campaign number :19v918000 (visibility) however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer had not been notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 55,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

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  • P0011 [1] "A" Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 1)

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