My electronic steering lock failed. Luckily, I was parked but now the car will not start, or unlock the steering wheel. If this failed while I was driving it would be a danger. I know that this is a common problem, that mercedes has since fixed in its later models, but continues to charge $2000 for a fix that is only possible at the dealership. This is a bad design issue with this car.
The worst 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags3
- Driver assistance1
- Electrical1
- Steering1
Problems by type
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- Airbags3
- Driver assistance1
- Electrical1
- Steering1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204 62
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Various fault codes present in TPM Control Unit, vehicles with code 475 and code B03
- Seat cushion fore/aft adjuster seat cushion cover becomes detached
- Seat belt extender toothed rack sluggish or makes noises
- Tire pressure loss detection system inoperative" message in instrument cluster in yellow.
- Road test cannot be started after exchanging the ESP control unit or after successfully updating the software.
- Noise in area of steering column after conducting service measure 1709P46C60 "Check mechanical steering...
- Audio/COMAND display: Sporadic failures of central display
- Oil in engine wiring harness
- Comand
- Replace Driver-Side and (if applicable) Front Passenger Air Bag
What 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Takata airbag recall not repaired by manufacturer or dealer
This recall has been open 11 months with no remedy yet available. I'm afraid to drive with passengers in the front seat due to the faulty air bag that exists in my car. Please make the manufacturer replace the defective air bag so that my car is safe once again.
Mercedes-benz contacted me about the recall to fix the issue but the recall states 'recall incomplete remedy not yet available'. If this is the case then why did they contact me to supposedly fix the issue?
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Questions about the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204
Is the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204 reliable?
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204, close to a typical C204 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204?
Airbags, with 3 complaints. Next is driver assistance (1).
How many recalls does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204 have?
No recalls on record.
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