We have classified the 1 complaints from 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class about ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING into the following categories.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 mercedes benz c240. the contact stated that the check engine indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. the dealer stated that the failure was due to a crankshaft center and thermostat issue. the crankshaft center caused the vehicle to overheat and it would not start until the engine cooled off. the dealer stated that the repair would cost $700. a diagnostic was performed, which showed that additional repairs would also be needed. the manufacturer stated that there was no warranty; therefore, the contact would be responsible for the repair cost. the failure mileage was 72,193.
Vehicle has stopped on the highway twice. once he had it towed to the dealer and was told that it was a grounding problem. the second time he had it towed, he was told that they could not find any problem. then he begun to have problems opening the vehicle with the key, then once the vehicle was open then it would not enter the ignition to start the auto. he thinks this car is a lemon. vehicle is a mercedes c20, 2001. ts