1999 Mercedes-Benz C230K Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 43%of 7 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 80,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the electrical system of the 1999 Mercedes-Benz C230K, 43% of the 7 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 80,000 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.
“1999 mercedes benz c230 instrument panel lights have gone out. I have not had this problem repaired due to the cost estimate quoted to me by the mb dealership. Instrument panel lights went out 2 weeks after vehicle warranty expired. Another problem probably associated with the electrical system is that I have had to replace headlamps, interior lamps, backup lamps (ie light bulbs) on a continual basis. At least every other month I have a warning light come on that I have lamp out. Presently I have to replace the backup lamps but have not done so. Just replaced a left headlamp two weeks ago. …”
NHTSA complaint #10244364, filed 2008-10, 20,000 miles“Wiper, locks, tailgate, instrument panel and windows all malfunctioned at the same time. The problem has been intermittent, therefore, I am afraid to roll windows down or lock the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10712657, filed 2015-04, 125,000 miles“Mar '07: interior dash light warning check engine came on. I immediately brought it to a mercedes-authorized mechanic; computer diagnostic said fuel trim error . Mar to oct '07 following parts were replaced: all fuel injectors, spark plugs, engine wiring, all engine gaskets & 2 maf (mass air flow) oxygen sensors; additionally, the compressor unit was taken apart 7 times, and upon examination, a very small amount of oil would be discovered - 1 tsp to 1 tbsp ea time. Each time, it was impeccably cleaned. Total cost to owner over 7 months: $3,500. …”
NHTSA complaint #10205577, filed 2007-10, 80,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10186141Dec 10, 2020NTG5.5: Incorrect time shown on instrument cluster, COMAND display, and analog clock
- 10167563Jul 8, 2013The COMAND unit does not start or the COMAND display remains dark. The COMAND unit cannot be operated. Note: The problem disappears after a lengthy idle period (>6h) or after…
- 10028586Feb 27, 2009Mercedes vehicle: the srs indicator lamp is illuminated and code b1058 and b2dbo are stored, replace the srs control unit. Models 203 and model 209. Model years unknown.
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 3 | 43% |
Other parts of the 1999 Mercedes-Benz C230K
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsSuspension
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Mercedes-Benz C230K
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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