2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2008

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2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class repairs by problem area

Engine (26%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (3%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (37%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (19%)

Other (6%)

Chart based on 266 repairs.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (7%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (93%)

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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 134hp 2.1L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

39760 mi Windscreen water bottle leaking 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan

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

64480 mi Passenger side mirror making noise when folding 
13000 mi The Sunroof squeaks loudly when first opened in the vent position. Dealer had completely lubed and checked out the problem via the motor etc.. but can't rep'. 2nd trip on this. We will record the noise and location. 
7000 mi Driver's seat is moving slightly during turns and appears to be loose. I have notified the dealer multiple times, and at this point they're saying that the seat is within factory specifications. I will be filing a complaint with NTSB/NHTSA. 
16000 mi Seat rails replaced (previous complaint now resolved) 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan

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

30000 mi All Warranty 
1180 mi headlight washers blast the entire front end of the car tire pressure sensor warning comes on regularly 
35000 mi Rear Door Lock Pins would fall off if tried to use to unlock rear doors. Rear passengers therefore couldn't unlock rear doors. They replaced the pins.  
36000 mi When braking or accelerating from a stop, passenger seat would CREAK & slightly MOVE. Replaced height adjustment part ($1500 part supposedly). 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan

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

Windshield Wipers very noisy. Do squeak sound when reaching top of windshield. Dealer changed wipers, and it made no difference. 
4000 mi Car continues to make pulsating humming sound when driven at highway speeds. Dealer said my tire sidewalls were too stiff and this caused it. Um, yeah. 
2000 mi Rear door latch difficult to close. 
24000 mi Leaky tire valve stem/TPMS replaced in one tire. 
3000 mi Drivers side outside mirror glass vibrated. Dealer replaced mirror glass and housing assembly. 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan

228-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed manual RWD

49000 mi

US $600
Steering wheel lock replacement 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Other Problems

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