Mercedes Benz C320 won't start problems

Filed Apr 8, 2015 · Electrical · 123,384 miles · MD

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 mercedes c320. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start. The contact mentioned that after an hour, the vehicle was able to start. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 123,384.

Filed Sep 11, 2013 · Electrical, Seats · 53,000 miles · CA

Power control seat & steering column module/regulator went out & before it did it use to drain the battery where car wouldn't start if sat for less than 24hrs, so had to unplug but now the entire system doesn't work plugged in. I can barely reach the pedals to drive properly, this is a safety hazard & needs to be a recall. It also needs to be a way to manually adjust. Thank you

Filed Dec 7, 2012 · Electrical · 64,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz c320. The contact stated that she attempted to start the vehicle but it would not start. The dealer sent someone to charge the battery. The contact stated that the failure recurred three additional times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the driver's seat was draining the battery. The dealer disconnected the fuse for the seat but the contact was unable to adjust the seat when needed. The manufacturer was notified but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 64,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed May 31, 2012 · Electrical, Seats · 154,000 miles · MD

I purchased this car as a graduation present for my daughter. I know it's and older model, and has high mileage, so I expected some issues. However, after reading several post across the internet it seems as if the seat module issue is a problem. Everytime she lets the car sit for more than a day, it won't start. She has to jump start the car, and this seems to be an issue across the board that benz should have recalled by now. This is a major issue and something needs to be done. This morning the card once again would not start. I have contacted the dealer and benz direct, but they will not recall the car for this issue, they just want you to pay to have it repaired. With so many people having the same problem why has this car not been recalled???

Filed Apr 28, 2012 · Electrical · 40,000 miles · NY

On 1/14/2012 car wont start battery dead, call aaa tow truck. Jump battery ok used cared next day and on faul come up on my cars troulbe screen to indicated that I had any other trouble in any system it the car, we when to fl on the on the 16 of january car was home (in ny) son was going to take of house and start car once a week. Received phone call from my son on 1/17/2012 car wont start,battery dead, and key wont turn. On 4/21/2012 come home from fl fround dead car and transmistion leaking.called mercedes benz for a toe to the shop.this is thr thired battery since a have this car.battery was under warranty.it was chaneg lest then a year ago. M/b shop informed me battery was dead. Cause my seat modules shorted, to replace modules was cost $1200. I feel that the battery cause this trouble and the the modules should be replaced by b/m at no cost to me.

Filed Feb 4, 2010 · Seats · CA

We have a 2002 mercedes c320 wagon. The automatic driver and passenger seats drained the battery completely where the car will not start. We have disconnected the module seats so that it will stop draining the battery. The replacement for each module system for the seat is about $500 or more. I believe this is a manufacturer's defects as it is dangerous if owners are not aware of the situation and leave their car park for a period of time will cause the owners not able to start their car, especially in an emergency situation.

Filed Sep 2, 2009 · Electrical, Seats · 85,000 miles · TX

Seat control units draining the battery if car is parked. Car will not start if parked for more then 24h. Drain amps between 1.2 and 1.4 amps. Had to disconnect the seat modules, now seats can't be adjusted.

Filed Jul 3, 2009 · Electrical, Engine · 60,000 miles · CA

I own a 2004 mb c320 and I have noticed that when it reached 40,000 miles the car itself started malfunctioning from the rear window shade wouldn't go down for which I only use occasionally; the air conditioning would turn on and off; the temp gauge is inaccurate; the passenger visor came off; the center console wouldn't shut close and the. I went to mb for the yearly service- april 2009 and they wanted $1300.00 for the window shade; I think $500 for the center console and $125 for the visor. And they also wanted $800 for the diagnostic check for the blower and I have to pay whatever parts that needs replacing. Now the car is almost 60,000 miles and the check engine light came last week. I notice the light comes on when I start the engine and it fails to turnover. The check engine light would eventually go out. The same thing happened again yesterday when it didn't start the first time, the cel came on. I checked the gas cap and it looks tight to me. I have also noticed that the radiator would make a very loud and unusual noise when the car is stopped. I thought I made a right decision of buying a mercedes benz due to the fact the car have a great reputation. With the economy nowadays and the amount of money the mb service are charging I think it's ridiculous for a fairly new car.

Filed May 20, 2009 · Body, Locks · NC

I have experienced the same exact problems with transmission not shifting properly as well the power seat module draining the battery with numerous jump starts. This occurred just two weeks after gladly purchasing my "five point certified" 2002 c320 wagon. Mercedes benz of greensboro also would not fix chipping on the front bumper. States because the vehicle is low profile the bumper sustained this extensive peeling as a result. Peeling is located from left to right top to bottom. Service dept manager acknowledged the fact that dealership did a poor job at repairing the pre-existing damage prior to selling. After one carwash the chipping was very noticeable and increased with each wash. The salemans would not agree. Paint still peeling after numerous attempts. I have refused to pay for a pre-existing problem, but will probably incur this expense just to trade the car. The trunk makes a horrible rattling noise while traveling at low or high speed. Numerous lights replaced over the past 2 years. Rear view mirror will not lock into position when interior of car exceed 60-70 degrees because rubber seal becomes too hot. Also at stated temperature the digital message board becomes obscure and unreadable. Tires needing to be replaced often. Emissions problems, truly the list goes on. In fact, the reason I'm posting this complaint is because I have the time to. My car is sitting outside and will not start. Possibly fuel pump/sensor- a $700 repair. I'm tired and have reached my limit with the numerous problems, truly. Personally feel injured after sustaining such unfair treatment and inconvenience after numerous attempts to negotiate repairs. Prayerfully expecting recalls and full restitution for the money tied up in this vehicle, be it from the manufacturer or dealership. All documentation of service available upon request. The integrity of mb along with its reputation has proven not to be one of it long stated history. Sadly, I am disappointed.

Filed Feb 9, 2008 · Electrical, Seats · 82,200 miles · FL

I own a mercedes benz c320 and lately I've been experiencing some problems, few weeks ago, my car wouldn't start all of a sudden. I jump started and I noticed 2 faults .. Esp warning light and light sensor ,for some reasons something was draining my battery, I went and purchased a brand new battery and 2 days later it did the same thing again, I was told that it was a seat sensor that caused it,s o we unplugged the seats, everyting seamed fine for like 4 to 5 days,while I was driving,the car just came to a complete stop would not move,the engine light came on, I've come to realize that I'm not the only one with this problem, I hope the government would do the right thing by recalling those vehicles.