2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2009

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2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (43%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)

Other (10%)

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2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (11%)

$1000 - $2499 (56%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (11%)

< $100 (22%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Engine not specified

67580 mi

R 14700
The car did not want to start, the dealer said it is a steering lock that must be replaced 

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2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

91760 mi

$1300
Steering lock. 

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2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

3100 mi Rubbing sound from brakes when not applied 

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2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan

228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

58000 mi

US $2000
Replaced front pads, rotors, and calipers. One Caliper had an issue, which caused one of the two pads in the caliper to completely wear out, though, I went in because of a bearing type noise, and never noticed anything wrong with my breaks 
55000 mi

US $1100
Steering Column Lock was replaced. Vehicle wouldn't start and locked steering wheel and gear shift. Went into theft mode as if someone was trying to steal it. 
85000 mi

US $1200
Steering lock failed 
88000 mi

US $1100
Electronic steering lock failure, steering lock suddenly did not communicate with key, making car inoperable. 

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2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan

228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

56000 mi

US $268
Front pads and rotors replaced. 
53000 mi traction control/stability control would stop working, car would not accelerate 

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2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Brake Problems

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