1999 Mercedes Benz C230K Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other C230K years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Mercedes Benz C230K. The most reported problem area is electrical system (3 complaints, 43%), typically at around 80,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 7owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Mercedes Benz C230K 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 | 3 | 43% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 14% | 63,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 14% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 14% | 20,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 14% | 120,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 14% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 14% | 136,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Mercedes Benz C230K recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Mercedes Benz C230K.
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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 1999 mercedes-benz c230k. While attempting to make a left turn at approximately 10 mph, another vehicle crashed into the front of the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The driver sustained chest and arm injuries that required medical attention. A police report…
Hit pothole at 10 mph and the lower control arm snapped off causing a loss of control of the car. Dealership says the control arm was corroded through.
Wiper, locks, tailgate, instrument panel and windows all malfunctioned at the same time. The problem has been intermittent, therefore, i am afraid to roll windows down or lock the vehicle. *tr
Drivers side gas tank is leaking with strong gas fumes coming from under car sitting still. Leak is at the bottom sending unit on the left plastic tank under the passenger seat behind the driver. I isolated the leak to where the wires plug to the tank gauge sending unit. This is obviously a very…
1999 mercedes benz c230 instrument panel lights have gone out. I have not had this problem repaired due to the cost estimate quoted to me by the mb dealership. Instrument panel lights went out 2 weeks after vehicle warranty expired. Another problem probably associated with the electrical system is…
Other Mercedes Benz C230K years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 7 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Mercedes Benz C230K?
Owners most often report electrical system, air bags, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Mercedes Benz C230K?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1999 Mercedes Benz C230K a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other C230K model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.