2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2010

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2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class repairs by problem area

Engine (18%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (38%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (9%)

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2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (8%)

$100 - $499 (8%)

< $100 (83%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

12400 mi C200 have bad smell for years after bought(2009). Took it to the dealer, dealer have been noticed by manufactory the main carpet is the reason for it. Had the dealer replace it. As far as I know, this happened to all 09 C series in China. 

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2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan

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

76000 mi

US $10
Head lights turning yellow, very opaque. Used PlastiX Mequires brand and sand paper in 3 stages to clean, and finally a rotary buffer to finish off. 
32000 mi The sunroof was making a loud click when shut. The slider was broken. 
2480 mi Rattle / vibration from area of the flip up sat nav screen. Esp noticeable when in closed position. Dealer did not reference this on repair report but verbally told me tightened something up. NOT FIXED AT ALL! 
3100 mi Rattle from flip up command screen area. Dealer atated that they followed TSB for the same and placed some additional padding???. Problem now 95% improved. 

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2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4dr Sedan

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

42780 mi

C $45
Driver's seat base cover split along a seam. 
24500 mi Sunroof would not open all the way. Dealership replaced motor under warranty. 
25000 mi Returned to dealership to get sunroof fixed for the second time. Overhead control panel faulty again. Removed and replaced under factory warranty. 
4000 mi Driver side door panel was replaced as a fix for inoperable inside door handle 
54000 mi Front spoiler paint peeling off. Repainted no charge. 
33000 mi

US $775
Driver side A pillar trim loose and water leaking on to outside of window. No internal leak. 
42700 mi

US $312
Not a leak into interior, but the driver side A pillar trim was leaking on to outside of driver side door glass. Replaced trip piece and tightened clamps. 

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2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Body Problems

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