2002 Mercedes-Benz 240 Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 27%of 26 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 40,538miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the electrical system of the 2002 Mercedes-Benz 240, 27% of the 26 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 40,538 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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.
“I purchased my car about two years ago . I have been having problems with the electrical system . I had service done on the car and I have had many problems with the sensors. The lights keep shorting out . I replace the bulbs and it shorts out again . Also brake sensors keep wearing out causing the brake sensor to keep coming on . Now I am having problems with the oil level sensor it is saying reduce oil level I had this done and no change . Thinking it may need the oil changed I took it in. …”
NHTSA complaint #10227597, filed 2008-05, 84,448 miles“Purchased the used 2002 used vehicle in march 2005. By april 2005, the electrical components/harness that connects the srs, tele-aid and other computerized components started draining the battery whcih causes a slow stall before an immediate stoppage on the highway. Mercedes benz mechanics have disconnected the srs (airbags), tele-aid and most of the instrument cluster to no avail, which is causing additional hazardous and safety issues. …”
NHTSA complaint #10128235, filed 2005-07, 47,000 miles“Car safety issue car suddenly accelerates customer states that his car was involved in two accidents due to this problem**nar**cc the consumer stated the vehicle has been in for repairs regarding the electrical system. The consumer stated that he hoped the car was taken out of service or sold to anyone that was not informed of previous problems with sudden acceleration. The consumer provided a letter from the attorney of the manufacturer stating that the client position on the matter stands and will not be responding to any further correspondence.”
NHTSA complaint #10195719, filed 2007-06, 34,075 miles“I have had a string of problems ever since I purchased my 2002 mercedes c240. I have had the panic alarm fail in a parking lot (fortunately I had pepper spray), I have had my seat retract all the way back and get stuck (I have to drive it to the dealer with pillows and blankets behind me) and have had to turn off that car feature so it won't happen again! My key stopped unlocking my door due to a defect in the key so I was having to leave my doors unlocked. My electrical systems for doors, sunroof, etc. …”
NHTSA complaint #10048979, filed 2003-12“The contact owns a 2002 mercedes benz 240. While depressing the brake pedal at 2 MPH, the contact's wife drove over the curb through a nine foot high fence, sped down a three foot embankment, drove across an abandoned rail road track, and into a chain linked fence. She then crashed into a post which stopped the vehicle. The paramedic and police were called. The weather was clear and sunny. A separate incident occurred on april 8, 2007. The contact's wife was pulling into a parking space at 2 MPH when the vehicle suddenly accelerated. …”
NHTSA complaint #10191974, filed 2007-05, 34,075 milesElectrical system: other model years
Other parts of the 2002 Mercedes-Benz 240
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
1 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 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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