2002 Mercedes-Benz C Class Fuel system Problems

“I called mbusa 2 weeks ago regarding my 2002 c320 wagon which was smelling of pure gasoline which the odor was so strong it was coming into the house from the garage giving us headaches. I checked online with mbusa club members and found out this could be a dangerous situation and to call it in. I called mbusa and was told there were no recalls or bulletins pertaining to this issue and we were out of warranty to contact the dealer. I called the dealer who seemed very familiar with this issue and just for parts it was over $800 and they were not aware of any warranty, recall issues. …”

“I purchased a 2002 c240 mercedes in 2006. The car has never given me any major problems until here recently. The car began to not start and completely shut down. I had to have the car towed three times to the mechanics (don allen service center on allentown road, fort washington, md). Was told I needed a fuel pump. I paid $1,500 to have a new fuel pump installed. Problem not solved. When I tried to start the car. It hesitates for about 10-15 seconds before it turns over. I took it back to the mechanics and was told it needed to fuel filter changed again. Problem not solved. …”

“3/03 within 3 months of purchasing my 2002 c-240, the air conditioning stopped working, fuel gauge failed, headlight washer broke, and one of the vents on the dash fell apart. Took in for service and was given another 2002 c-240, and while driving the loaner car in the mountains, it began down shifting itself and there was no power. Car would come to complete stop and then would start moving again. Happened 6 times. Mercedes dealer thought was isolated incident. I felt it was very serious as I was on interstate when it would suddenly stop in traffic. Could have caused a very serious accident. …”

“The vehicle would start and then stall, dealer replaced both fuel level sensors, consumer also states that the vehicle does not have the power it used to even when the accelerator is pressed all the way.”