Resources for the Repair and Maintenance of your Mercedes-Benz C280
Mercedes-Benz C280 Models:
Mercedes-Benz C280 Problems
Trunk Lid Does Not Stay Opened Duo to Broken Trunk Spring
Trunk springs can break and cause the trunk lid to fall back down when opened.
Brake Light May Not Operate Due to Failed Rear Tail Light Housing
A rear tail light housing can fail causing the brake light on the affected side to be inoperative. Replacing the failed housing is commonly required to correct this issue.
Cracked Driveshaft Flex Discs May Cause Driveshaft Movement/Vibration
A vibration felt through the center floor of the vehicle can be caused by cracked and/or shredded driveshaft flex discs, resulting in excessive driveshaft movement. If not repaired, damage to the driveshaft center support bearing, transmission, or differential can occur.
Interior wood trim/dash pads crack due to age and sun exposure
Due to age and sun exposure, wood trim and dash pads may crack.
Incorrect Air Delivery and/or Temperature From Climate Control System
The vacuum manifold for the climate control actuator may develop a leak, This can cause poor or no operation of the air delivery and temperature control flaps.
Mercedes-Benz C280 Recalls (Recent)
Mercedes-Benz C320 Recall 05V560000
Summary: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SPORT MODEL STEERING WHEELS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." IN CERTAIN LOW RISK AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT TESTS CONDUCTED BY NHTSA, USING AN OUT-OF-POSITION UNBELTED 5TH PERCENTILE FEMALE CRASH TEST DUMMY, IRREGULARITIES WERE DEMONSTRATED INDICATING THAT OCCUPANTS MAY NOT BE PROPERLY PROTECTED IN A CRASH.
Learn more »Incorrect Software Calibration May Cause Fuel Pump To Remain Powered In A Collision
RepairPal Expert Overview:
There is a faulty software calibration that affects several areas including shutting off the fuel supply in a collision. This could cause a fire hazard during an accident. Dealers will reprogram this software. The Mercedes-Benz recall number is 2008 070001. This recall began during August, 2008.
Learn more »Mercedes-Benz C280 Recall 01V366000
Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HOPPECKE BATTERIES. THE BATTERY MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE COULD BE LESS THAN NEEDED TO MAINTAIN PROPER ELECTROLYTE LEVELS.
Learn more »Mercedes-Benz C280 Recall 96V058000
Summary: THE DRIVE BELT PULLEY ON THE ENGINE CAN DEVELOP FATIGUE CRACKS IN THE METAL AND BREAK. IF THE DRIVE PULLEY BREAKS, THE CAR WOULD NOT HAVE ENGINE COOLING, BATTERY CHARGING, AND/OR POWER STEERING.
Learn more »Mercedes-Benz C280 Questions and Answers
turn signals are intermittent. they will work when the car is first started most of the time but after driving for awhile they stop.
checked the fuses they are ok.what can i check?
checked the fuses they are okey.what might be the problem?
Hi there,need to know my car's radio code dont have the owners manual its number is WDBHA22E5RF019298.your help will be highly appreciated
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Has been unused for about a year. It started yesterday. We let it run about 10 minutes. Now it refuses to start again. Pease help.
Mercedes-Benz C280 Stories
drives great
my 1996 MB280 has been a very great car as well as reliable. But recently the dash board and all its functions quit working.Has anybody else experienced this problem?If so please let me know on what fixed the problem.
After having driven hundreds of cars in 40 years, this is my favorite, hands down. Bought it 5 years ago with 30k miles, now I have 140k and it still hasn't given me a reason to sell it. A few things I had to do early on and they were expensive; head gasket and oil pan gasket replaced, water pump replaced, and about $2k into the transmission. Everything else has been sensor related. 29+ mpg at 70mpg! unbelievable turning radius, quiet and really comfortable. The best city car you can drive.
Top Dawg, this 1994 C280 (W202). Have owned about 18-20 Mercedes since 1970s and this is light, tight, and just right. Sporty, nimble, economical (28-30 mpg), and dependable. Only replaced bulbs and filters; use synthetic oil (best gas mileage). Somewhat quirky wiring-- freaky door locking, radio sometimes out-- but all in all it's great. Clear coat paint now beginning to peel but car wasn't garaged so it's probably my fault after 17 years.
I just purchased this car this past Monday for 2800.00 , and its been great. my trustworthy mechanic/ like big bro gave it a 45 minute check up and gave it a B+ overall . it has 80,000-83,000 miles with a brand new motor put in in Sept. 2010. I by no means am a flashy chica i dont think i have the personality for a Benz , having said that , it feels good to drive it, and the title's in my name(i may never have another one in my name so ......drink it in.......) and it got sick a$$ rims, and IM SCARED TO DEATH I WONT BE ABLE TO MANAGE THE UPKEEP CAN SOMEONE POST WHAT KIND OF THINGS NEED TO BE CHECKED MONTHLY OR YEARLY besides oil changes , tune-ups etc.