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2002 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2002 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has 7 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Electrical
60
Engine
21
Seats
16
Other
14
Suspension
11
Visibility
9
Structure
7
Steering
7
Powertrain
7
Lights
7
Fuel System
7
Airbags
6
Brakes
5
Tires
5
Latches & Locks
4

7

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Aug 4, 2015POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MERCEDES BENZ C240. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SHIFT ...
Jun 5, 2006POWER TRAINI HAVE A MERCEDES BENZ C-230 KOMPRESSOR EARLY THIS MONTH IT STARTED TO LURCH AFTER STOPPING THE FIRS...
Jan 1, 2006POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTHE TRANSMISSION HAS REPEATEDLY LOCKED IN 2ND GEAR. THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SHOWS CONSTANT LIGHT, COO...
Nov 11, 2005POWER TRAIN,VISIBILITY,STRUCTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES,EQUIPMENTI HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME EXACT PROBLEMS WITH TRANSMISSION NOT SHIFTING PROPERLY AS WELL THE POWER...
Dec 26, 2004POWER TRAINI LEASED A 2002 MERCEDES C32 IN DECEMBER OF 2002. ITS A DOCUMENTED FACT MERCEDES HAS BEEN EXPERIENCI...
Aug 16, 2002POWER TRAINWHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WOULD SHAKE IN THE REAR, AND THERES A WHISTLING NOISE. TOOK TO DEALER AND THEY...
Feb 20, 2002POWER TRAINWHILE DRIVING MY C-240 BETWEEN 30 & 60 MPH I CAN FEEL A VIBRATION ON THE SHIFT LEVER & THE STEERING...

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