Steering locked up while turning on to road, dealer replicated, replaced steering rack, not sure if that was cause. This is just a warning in case other cars exhibit same problem.
The worst 2002 Mercedes Benz E300 problems
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- Steering1
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Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Mercedes Benz E300 45
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is...
- Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- There are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance: A: Wiper...
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Headlamps leaking or fogged
- Vehicle with atypical reduced heat output
- During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver, or...
What 2002 Mercedes Benz E300 owners say
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Questions about the 2002 Mercedes Benz E300
Is the 2002 Mercedes Benz E300 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2002 Mercedes Benz E300, fewer than a typical E300 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Mercedes Benz E300?
Steering, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2002 Mercedes Benz E300 have?
No recalls on record.
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