Mercedes-Benz R350 stalling problems

Filed Jun 20, 2022 · Engine · MD

My car has stalled several times, either when I am driving, or when I stop at a traffic light. Rough idling and/or running when stopped at a red light or driving at speeds that wouldn’t normally be an issue. Engine stalling or misfiring, and car sometimes have trouble starting up. Loud rattling or vibrating noises from the engine. The check engine light is turned on. I took it to Mercedes Benz Dealership in Brooklyn, NY and was told it is a Balance Shaft problem, and they told me it could cost me about $9,000.00. Further research informs me that the problem should not be ignored, nor repair put off. Also, that failure of the balance shaft leaves the inner components of the engine unsecured and therefore will ultimately result in damage to the engine if left unchecked. Also, that driving at high speeds for long periods can agitate the problem even further due to the constant vibrations without a proper securing mechanism. As a result, I parked my car for several months, since I cannot afford the amount they quoted. In essence, I cannot even enjoy the car I bought.

Filed May 27, 2018 · Airbags · 83,500 miles · DE

Takata recall, as I received 2 recall letters that has lied to me and keep giving me no time table on when it will be repaired, first letter I received was december 2017 it stated the airbags will be repaired in march 2018, then I received another letter the following month january 2018 the second letter now states it will be repaired sometime in september 2018, now I strongly believe I'm being stalled hoping that I will give up and impatient , hoping that I will turn in the vehicle and they wont have to worry about me down the road, both recall letters states the risk which is in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.I no longer feel safe driving this car and should not be force to drive it til they replace the airbags and I risk my life and others ,my car has depreciated dramatically because of this recall, I can't get a good trade offer because of this recall, this car should have never been sold to me in the first place this recall was put in before I purchased this vehicle , the dealer didn't disclose this information at all, mercedes and where I bought the car from is not cooperating, this loan should b bought back , or all the payments I made on this car should be refunded to me

Filed Mar 29, 2018 · Electrical · 65,000 miles · MD

"takata recall" - while driving along a county street my vehicle completely stalled. I put in park and it started and went approximately a 1/2 of a mile and stalled again. It did this twice more before I got home where I shut it off and called a tow company to take it to the shop. My service advisor call and told me that the wiring hones to the engine burned up.

Filed Jan 19, 2017 · Engine · 70,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mercedes-benz r350. While driving 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact had to maneuver to the side of the road. After two minutes, the vehicle restarted normally, but the engine warning indicator remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

Filed Jan 29, 2016 · Engine · 72,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mercedes-benz r350. While driving 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that a valve in the engine failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 72,000.

Filed Dec 23, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 88,000 miles · WA · fire

Wiring from engine harness to fuel pump burnt on freeway , engine stalled and shut down, could not start back up in middle of i5 freeway. Repairs are amounting to $4000. Could have burnt entire vehicle and after reading numerous complaints with exact same problem something needs to be done.

Filed Oct 21, 2014 · Engine · 116,000 miles · IL

Engine balance shaft wears excessively to the point where some teeth are almost gone. Causes check engine light to come on and excessive knocking as affects ignition timing. Repair is extremely expensive as it requires taking the engine out. If left unfixed it may stall the engine during driving and be a safety hazard. Research on the issue online shows potentially this issue affecting a large number of vehicles using the same engine.

Filed Apr 14, 2014 · Engine · 34,000 miles · CT

Tl*the contact owns a 2012 mercedes benz e350. The contact stated that the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who performed a diagnostic that detected sludge in the engine. The engine was replaced however, the failure was not corrected and the vehicle continued to sporadically stall. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer for further inspection. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure and current mileage was 34,000.

Filed Oct 3, 2013 · Engine · 75,000 miles · TN

I had to take the vehicle to the shop for repairs at least every 3-5 months since the day I bought it, which was in 2010. Nearly all of the repairs have been under warranty, it only has less than 75, 000m. In september of this year while I was driving home from work when the car started stalling jerking and shout off. The engine light, esp light and the break light came on. It immediately restarted, the engine light stayed on, while the esp and break light went off. This was a very frighten experience, hoping I won't be hit from behind. I made it to the dealer ship. The car was in the shop for 3wks when I was told that it needed to have a tune up before any other repairs could be done, how this related to the vehicle just stopping in mid drive, is odd.to say the least. 2 days after getting the tune up, it is still in the shop because the engine light is still coming on. I'm feeling uncomfortable about getting behind the wheels again in this vehicle. I expected more out of a mercedes benz with less than 100,000miles

Filed Jan 24, 2012 · Electrical, Engine · CA

2006 mercedes benz r350 stalled in the middle of a residential intersection shortly after the car was purchased. Within a short period of time after getting the car, we also felt a strong jerking then shifting gears, but it was doing it on its own. We took it in and was told it's just loud. Then we were told there was a recall. They were supposed to fix it but it never stopped. The check engine light continued to come on. Other issues related to the engine had to be fixed rather quickly. The car was purchased in the end of 2005, and has 88,000 miles. Over a year ago, the car began idling/shaking really bad. I called mb roadside and was told that it was probably because the gas cap wasn't placed back on the car correctly and gas was leaking. I had the car checked and there was no gas leaking. The car was taken to the dealership where I was told the intake manifold was broken and needed to be replaced before anything else could be diagnosed. The car is still idling bad and check engine light is on. It is now back at the dealership it was purchased from for a diagnosis, which I should receive tomorrow.