Problem Reports

Mercedes-Benz 400SE

Report: Instrument cluster lenses may break

• Head Light Lenses Become Cloudy/Opaque Due To Sun Exposure
  The lenses for head lights may become opaque (cloudy or hazy) as a result of sun exposure. This can reduce the effecti...

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• Glove box hinges, center console arm rest, and cup holders may break
  Glove box hinges, the center console armrest, and the cup holders break.

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• Shifter Lever Bushings May Break Causing Loose Feel/Noise
  The bushings for the shifter lever wear out to the point where they break and fall out. This ca...

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• Radiators Break Due to Degradation of the Plastic Tanks and Fittings
  A coolant leak may develop form the Radiator due to degradation of its plastic components. Repl...

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• Poor idle quality due to oil feed tubes falling into crankcase
  Oil feed tubes break and fall into the crankcase (engine) and the tappet becomes noisy (tickin...

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