2002 Mercedes-Benz C Class Suspension Problems

“This is a c230 kompressor coupe. The rear differential made a loud noise and then locked up after being driven slowly to a shop. It was later learned that this is a very common occurrence with the early 2002 C Class cars but as usual, there is no recall. I contacted mbusa and they offered no assistance. This car has also recently shown evidence of rusting. I contacted mbusa about that and learned that the mb corrosion protection in the u.s. Is merely four years. …”

“The contact owns a 2002 mercedes benz C Class. While driving 35 MPH or higher, the esp indicator light illuminated. The vehicle had been taken to the dealer and repaired once before for the same failure. The failure occurs intermittently while driving 35 MPH. The dealer stated that they will not order the parts and make the repair again. The failure mileage was 110,000. Updated 09/23/08 the consumer stated the vehicle stalled in braking mode.”

“While starting vehicle there is constant vibration until vehicle has heated up approximately 20 minutes. Dealer has been notified, mechanic has not found what was causing the problem. While in repair dealer provided several rental cars to consumer, and all of the rental cars were experiencing the same problem.”

“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.”

“Vehicle would wander to right when driven. Vehicle been in dealer shop on four occasions, and problem still reoccurring. Feel free to provide any further information concerning this matter.”