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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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- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 147 repairs.
2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class body repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (8%)
$500 - $999 (31%)
$100 - $499 (23%)
< $100 (38%)
Chart based on 13 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 Wagon
168-horsepower 2.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 22562 mi US $909 |
1) Ski Bag - missing (arm rest) 2) Pulled dent out of rear pass door on drv side 3) Repair damaged seat stop 4) Replace miss screws in front pass seat 5) Gave Radio Code 6) Fixed tear in front drv speaker 7) Filled out warranty b |
2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan
supercharged 189hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 83000 mi | Sunroof fixed by dealer who got the car. |
| 20460 mi | Right passenger visor mirror not working properly - fixed under warranty. Strange rattle in passenger compartment - seat tracks lubricated under warranty. |
2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan
215-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed manual RWD
| 71000 mi US $95 |
Front door handles broke. |
2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 79000 mi US $500 |
Body rust through. Frankly, I was pissed. |
2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2dr Hatch
supercharged 189hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD
| 84940 mi C $120 |
Rust appearing around rear wheel arches and around passenger door handle. Shop discovered more rust behind rear wheel fender liners. Repair under manufacturer good will. |
| 93620 mi | Clear coat peeling where body shop had repainted for previous warranty rust repair. |
| 104160 mi | Fixed rust and corrosion on both doors, quarter panels and front fenders |
2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2dr Hatch
supercharged 189hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 146000 mi US $1200 |
Sunroof inop |
| 85000 mi US $320 |
Sunroof would only retract 2" and stop. Left rail was broken. Left and right rails replaced and lubed by independent Mecedes-only repair shop (and they are authorized to make warranty repairs). Sunroof now works like new. |
| 106000 mi US $390 |
Another car was backing out and hit side of our car. Insurance repaired side panel and replaced headlamp. Paid to have other headlamp replaced since lens was badly yellowed. |
| 137000 mi | The main cable in the panoramic roof snapped. Initial estimated repair was $1200 (mostly labor). Opted to leave it closed and inoperable for right now. Option to repair it at a later service. |
2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2dr Hatch
215-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 70000 mi US $825 |
Sunroof broke last yr..repaired..broke again last month...told it's a new problem--involves replacing several motor parts-cost $2,000+.inside rear slider piece open..exposed to sun..will be roasting this summer.Very disappointed in car--many repairs |
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