2001 Mercedes-Benz 240 Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 9%of 22 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 12,080miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2001 Mercedes-Benz 240, 9% of the 22 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 12,080 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Engine shuts down without warning when accelerating. 3 occurrences in 10 months. Loses all power and check engine light turns on. Almost rear-ended. Dealership said it installed mismatched spark plugs but appears to be false.”
NHTSA complaint #10054420, filed 2004-01, 24,000 miles“Electronic stability program (esp) failed to engage, which affected vehicle's acceleration. Dealer suggested to place two 50 pound bags due to snow tires was the cause, but didn't solve the problem. (nar)”
NHTSA complaint #10059417, filed 2004-02, 160 milesOther or unknown: other model years
Other parts of the 2001 Mercedes-Benz 240
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaintsSeats
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Mercedes-Benz 240
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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