2012 Mercedes-Benz C250: engine stalls while driving

Filed Jul 27, 2023 · Fuel system · CA

While trying to pass big rig on freeway my car went into lymph mode and stalled causing the car behind me to brake and almost caused an accident. My engine light came on & after getting it checked out I retrieve the following code P0002. After doing some research it appears this is an ongoing issue with this year and model of car.

Filed Mar 29, 2019 · Fuel system · 56,000 miles · TX

Auto only has 56k miles and fuel pump went out, auto stalled in city traffic 2 times in motion, no warning on issue unexpected due to low mileage on auto. No engine code till 200 miles after first stall, engine light finally came on, then second stall happened. Had code read p008a triggered. Took to personal mechanic for testing and repair. Had the system tested for the relay, the filter and it was the fuel pump. First occurrence 03/19/2019 second occurrence 03/23/19.

Filed Mar 27, 2019 · Fuel system · 56,980 miles · FL

When I'm driving the car seems to loose power then it accelerates like it hit turbo power and the engine light comes up. It only has 57000 miles. When I drive it on eco it runs fine and when I change to s start giving problems. The car feels like it stalls, almost as if it's getting no fuel. My mechanic advise me to get in touch with you and see if you can advise me on what to do with it, because it shouldn't be happening. The acceleration issues with this vehicle present an imminent threat to safety of both driver and other vehicles.

Filed Mar 26, 2018 · Engine · 46,000 miles · TX

Engine was stalling upon initial startup. Took to mercedes and received an estimate for $4500 for a new timing chain and cam adjusters. The car only has 46000 miles on the odometer. After searching the blogs, I find that there are hundreds of complaints about this exact issue. Why isn't there a recall or tsb on this?

Filed Feb 8, 2018 · Airbags · CA

After discussing our issue of a delayed response to repair our defective vehicle in a timely manner with representatives from mercedes-benz USA, we sent the attached email to the federal safety agency and received the attached response to file a complaint. We have received an email only from the federal safety agency to file this complaint. Both mercedes-benz USA and the federal safety agency are liable in not preforming the necessary repairs in a timely manner. Based on the information in the recall that this safety feature in our vehicle will "possibly cause serious injury or death." this vehicle should be recalled immediately and repaired withing a week of sending out the recall notice. This tactic to stall has put our family in danger with the defective safety air-bag installed.

Filed Dec 27, 2017 · Engine · 48,304 miles · PR

When starting up the vehicle make a terrible noise that last for 3-4 seconds before it goes away. The vehicle was verified by a mercedes technician and the diagnostics came back stating an issue with the "camshaft adjusters (internal fault)". I was told this condition will get worse and finally engine will stall and major damages will happen. Worst scenario could produce bent valves and will require a major engine overhaul with just 48,304 miles on it. Apparently, c250s are having this issue and customer are paying the consequences for a defective product. By the way, engine has been perfectly maintained with mobil 1 (ow-40) and original filter every 5,000 miles instead of the 10,000 miles interval recommended by the manufacturer. This condition could lead to a major failure while driving the vehicle that could end up into an accident.

Filed Jun 30, 2017 · Engine · 68,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 mercedes-benz c250w. When the accelerator pedal was applied, the vehicle stalled without warning. Additionally, the vehicle made an abnormal rattling noise. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer (mercedes-benz of st clair shores located at 20200 e nine mile rd saint clair shores, mi 48080 586‑773‑2369) where it was diagnosed that the camshaft adjusters needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and did not offer any assistance. The failure mileage was 68,000.

Filed Jun 14, 2017 · Engine · 101,852 miles · FL

Sometimes while driving my car it will stutter as if it wants to turn off while driving. Additionally, when starting up the vehicle it stalls before actually turning over. The check engine light came on and the vehicle was taken to a certified mercedes dealership and the diagnostics came back stating a issue with the "camshaft adjusters (internal fault)". Apparently, first generation c250s are having this issue but it has since been corrected with later generations.

Filed Nov 11, 2013 · Engine, Fuel system · 3,400 miles · PW

On multiple occurrences the vehicle has started to misfire at random times and speeds ranging from 45-70 MPH resulting in "limp mode" or a stalling condition. The check engine light comes on, but will not be on when the vehicle is restarted. The dealership on no occasion has been able to duplicate my concern although others have been in the car to witness. I feel very unsafe driving the vehicle as when it stalls on the highway, I lose steering and brakes as well.