2005 Mercedes-Benz C240 Seats Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 10%of 30 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 58,696miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the seats of the 2005 Mercedes-Benz C240, 10% of the 30 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 58,696 miles. 2 a fire, 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.
“While driving along at 45 MPH the front drivers seat heating element was activated. It was switched on to its highest setting. In approximately one minute the front seatback left side bolster caught fire burning a dime size hole and burning the fleece vest worn by the driver. The vehicle was immediately slowed to stop along the highway shoulder and the driver exited after turning off the dash switch. The smoldering stopped. The switch has since remained in the off position and an appointment with a mechanic will be scheduled.”
NHTSA complaint #10483949, filed 2012-11, 43,392 miles“The contact owns a 2005 mercedes benz C240. The contact stated that a strong burning odor emitted from the driver's seat while the heated seat function was activated. The contact inspected the seat and found the seat to be smoking. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 74,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10553238, filed 2013-11, 74,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10248162Dec 4, 2023Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ⢠Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ⢠Objects wedged…
- 10166095Jul 12, 2014Noise from the front seats during load change.
- 10166099Jul 10, 2014Pneumatic comfort systems with insufficient performance, entirely inoperative or leaky.
- 10166085Jul 9, 2014Grunting noise or ripping noise at seat-back lining
- 10166082Jul 9, 2014Noises from area of seat adjuster or cushion frame.
Seats: other model years
Other parts of the 2005 Mercedes-Benz C240
8 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsEngine
2 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsTires
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz C240
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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