2003 Mercedes Benz 240 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 240 years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Mercedes Benz 240. That is the most of any 240 model year in the database (5 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (6 complaints, 22%), typically at around 17,001 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 27owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 4complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Mercedes Benz 240 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 6 | 22% | 17,001 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 19% | 17,350 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 19% | 72,616 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 15% | 45,660 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 7% | 10,200 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 7% | 135,891 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 7% | 10 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 4% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 4% | 2,320 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2003 Mercedes Benz 240 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 Mercedes Benz 240.
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Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mercedes benz c240. While driving approximately 5 mph, the contact attempted to make a turn and suddenly the front driver's side of the vehicle collapsed to the ground. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated the three wheel assembly bolts fractured…
After purchasing car in 2007 used with 60k miles, taking vehicle in for all scheduled maintenance, driivng only 40k over 4 years,the vehecle needed a new transmission. *tr
Right front axle assembly fell apart. We had just got off of i-90 when i pulled into mcdonald's and the front wheel disengaged as the axle completely fell apart. *tr
My 2003 mercedes-benz c240 4matic was brought to the dealer for a 3rd time on 1/27/09 for inoperable fuel gauge (fuel tank stayed on empty even though there was gas in the tank). This time the dealer performed coding to the instrument cluster - 67a glittle (see additional complaints with other…
My 2003 mercedes-benz c240 4matic was brought to the dealer for a 4th time on 7/8/09 for inoperable fuel gauge (fuel tank stayed on empty even though there was gas in the tank). This time the technician at the dealer contacted the mercedes-benz technical assistance center (tac) in germany to obtain…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Mercedes Benz 240?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Mercedes Benz 240?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2003 Mercedes Benz 240 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 240 model years, the 2003 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.