2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2003

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2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class repairs by problem area

Engine (44%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (3%)

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2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (17%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan

supercharged 349hp 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

83000 mi

US $400
Replaced brake pads and rotors. Front and back. 

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2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2dr Hatch

supercharged 189hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD

94860 mi

C $3147
Parking Brake stuck on 
100440 mi

C $420
Seized Brake Caliper - left front. 
111320 mi

C $788
Brake Caliper in driver front replaced, Brake caliper driver rear kit installed, new brake fluid 
74400 mi Brake assist / stability control warning light on intermittently. New sensor on order  

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2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2dr Hatch

215-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

102000 mi Parking brake release doesn't clear parking brake indicator; have to pull up on parking brake pedal to clear. 

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2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Brake Problems

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