Control Flaps May Fail Due to Leaking Vacuum Manifold for Climate Control Actuator on Mercedes-Benz C230

Problem overview

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.

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Mercedes-Benz C230 vehicles with this problem

4 model years affected

2000 Mercedes-Benz C230

1999 Mercedes-Benz C230

1998 Mercedes-Benz C230

1997 Mercedes-Benz C230

2000 Mercedes-Benz C230

1999 Mercedes-Benz C230

1998 Mercedes-Benz C230

1997 Mercedes-Benz C230

Average mileage: 150,000 miles

(150,000 - 150,000)

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Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025

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Control Flaps May Fail Due to Leaking Vacuum Manifold for Climate Control Actuator on Mercedes-Benz C230

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