Mercedes Benz C320 stalling problems

Filed May 28, 2013 · Engine · 1,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mercedes benz c320. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact mentioned that the failure occurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileage was 1,000 and the current mileage was 109,000.

Filed Apr 4, 2011 · Engine · 84,500 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mercedes benz c320. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle within twenty seconds. The contact stated that there were two instances of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and also a mechanic shop and neither facility was able to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 84,500.

Filed Sep 27, 2010 · Engine · 34,253 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mercedes benz c320. The contact was driving 40 MPH when the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where they replaced the crankshaft position sensor at the contact's expense. The contact was informed there were no recalls on the vehicle. The manufacturer was called but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 34,253. Updated 12/30/10 *bf updated 01/10/11

Filed Feb 23, 2010 · Engine · 31,151 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 mercedes c320. While driving 68 MPH without warning the vehicle stalled, lost power and was unable to control the steering wheel. He was able to drove onto the emergency lane using a lot of force. The vehicle was then towed to a mercedes dealer where they diagnosis indicated that there was a faulty crank position sensor and the computer shut down the vehicle. The faulty sensor was replaced at the owners expense. The failure mileage was 31,151 and the current mileage was 35,488. Updated 3/30/10 *cn the first time the vehicle stalled, the mass air flow sensor was replaced. Updated 06/25/10.

Filed Aug 10, 2009 · Electrical · 74,500 miles · CA

Car stalled in the middle of the road and almost caused an accident. After 15 minutes, car started back. I had it diagnosed and a module was replaced. 2 months later, the battery started draining. I had the alternator replaced and the battery twice. Car will work for a day or two and dies again. So many other mercedes owners of c320 are having the same problem. Battery dying and car stalling.

Filed Dec 31, 2008 · Electrical, Engine · 1,079 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz c320. While driving approximately 20 MPH on normal road conditions, the engine stalled without warning. The engine warning indicator remained illuminated on the instrument panel until the engine was turned off. The vehicle restarted after several attempts and was taken to the authorized dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the failure was related to the engine control module (ECM). The vehicle was repaired according to the service warranty. In addition, when the outside temperatures exceeded 100 degrees, the vehicle would shutter. When the vehicle has been parked for a couple of days, the electrical system rapidly drains the battery. On three separate occasions, the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for identical failures without resolutions. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 1,079 and current mileage was 85,000. Updated 2/5/09 *cn the consumer stated the air mass sensor was repalced. Updated 02/10/09.

Filed Nov 3, 2008 · Fuel system · 66,570 miles · DC

While operating on the highway and in traffic, the vehicle stalls suddenly and without warning because of a 'crank position sensor'. The sensor is a magnet which, when it determines the crankshaft is out of alignment, abruptly shuts down the fuel system. Subsequent models of this manufacturers product do not allow the sensor to do this, but rather indicate a possible problem with a warning light. This sensor system is extremely hazardous and could result in significant injury.

Filed Dec 13, 2006 · Electrical, Engine · 55,000 miles · VA

2002 c320 mercedes benz wagon car stalled in traffic without warning in center lane on busy street -- and would not restart leaving car and occupant vulnerable to crash-- due to failure of crank position sensor.

Filed Sep 17, 2004 · Engine · 57,000 miles · CA

While driving 65-70 MPH check engine light came on and vehicle stalled. Vehicle was towed to the dealer, who informed consumer that they could not duplicate or locate the problem.

Filed Sep 7, 2004 · Electrical · PA

The c onsumer stated the vehicle stalled. The consumer tried to restart the vehicle but was unable to do so. The consumer called for road side assistance . The technician replaced the battery. The consumer started up the vehicle and drove it home. The next day the vehicle failed to start up. The consumeer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the consumer that the vehicle was placed on a diagnostic. The driver informed the mechanic that this problem has occurred more than once and the problem has not been resolved. Please fill in additional information.