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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%)
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Chart based on 266 repairs.
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (13%)
$1000 - $2499 (25%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (0%)
< $100 (63%)
Chart based on 8 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
| 9300 mi | oil leak on steering shaft |
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan
supercharged 154hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 75580 mi $1335 |
Replaced front and rear shock absorbers together with the front absorber mountings and front absorber stoppers. |
| 79980 mi $2800 |
Replaced both front brake discs as these were deformed together with both control arm bushes. Also replaced one disc pad and one brake sensor. |
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 13000 mi | Popping noise in right front suspension when turning wheel and backing up vehicle every time. Was told "could not replicate". |
| 25000 mi | front tie rods replaced in steering/suspension. Backing up the car and turning the wheel caused a loud popping noise. Reported one year ago and dealer had declined to fix. Convinced dealer it was a problem and they agreed to fix it this time. |
| 16000 mi | Noticed noise from rear of car on bumps. They replaced one of the rear shocks which was the cause. |
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan
228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 114800 mi US $2100 |
Steering became 'tight ', then would periodically 'slip' - the wheels would track, but the steering wheel would feel disconnected for a few degrees of turn |
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan
228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 9484 mi | Popping noise from left front - R & R left front strut and realign spring. |
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