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2004 Mercedes benz C230 Engine And Engine Cooling Problems, Complaints and Defects

Issue ID	703364
Internal NHTSA #	10250881
Manufacurer	MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
Brand	MERCEDES BENZ
Model	C230
Model Year	2004
File date	05/12/08
Component	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Product type code	VEHICLE
Description of the problem	Mercedes benz c230 kompressor sport sedan began to leak oil into the cam magnet sensor which lead to the failure of the engine wiring harness, costing hundreds of dollars to replace. Mb has known of this problem in the 111 and 271 series of engine for many years. Costing the consumer huge amounts of money for a problem they have known about. No problems with the car flaking or showing signs of leaking oil until its too late.
Vehicle Mileage at Failure	46000
Number of Occurences	1
Source of the issue	NHTSA WEB SITE
City and State	LEXINGTON, KY
VIN pattern	WDBRF40J74AXXXXXX
Was vehicle invloved in a crash?	N
Was vehicle involved in a fire?	N
Was incedent reported to police?	N
Was medical attention required?
Was part original equipment?
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Date of purchase	07/08/26
Was original owner?	N
Anti-lock brakes	N
Cruise control	N
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Vehicle speed	0
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2004 Mercedes benz C230 Engine And Engine Cooling Problems, Complaints and Defects, Recalls and Failures

2004 Mercedes benz C230 Engine And Engine Cooling Problems, Complaints and Defects

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