MYRModel Year Report

2003 Mercedes Benz 240

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2003 Mercedes Benz 240
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:40:23.136Z

Only 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz 240 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1980: 1 complaints 1980 1983: 2 complaints 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 0 complaints 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1995: 2 complaints 1999: 1 complaints 1999 2001: 22 complaints 2002: 26 complaints 2002 2003: 27 complaints 2003
2003: 27 complaints
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YearComplaints
19801
19832
19840
19850
19860
19870
19880
19952
19991
200122
200226
200327

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 27 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

6 of 27 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing ignition and instrument cluster/panel.

CRASH
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

5 of 27 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing delivery.

CRASH
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AFTER BRINGING TO THE ATTENTION OF MERCEDES BENZ OF TAMPA A PROBLEM/CONCERN WITH HESITATION ONE WEEK AFTER PURCHASE OF MY C240, I WAS TOLD TO START THE CAR OUT IN SECOND OR THIRD GEAR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20021209

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

5 of 27 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and catalytic convertor.

CRASH FIRE
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AFTER PURCHASING CAR IN 2007 USED WITH 60K MILES, TAKING VEHICLE IN FOR ALL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE, DRIIVNG ONLY 40K OVER 4 YEARS,THE VEHECLE NEEDED A NEW TRANSMISSION. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20120317

Also filed under POWER TRAIN

POWER TRAIN

4 of 27 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

CRASH
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PIN CHEN, MY FATHER, WAS MAKING A SLOW U-TURN ON A SMALL STREET ABOUT 11 FEET WIDE (VICKIE STREET IN CERRITOS) ON JULY 29, 2003. WHILE HE WAS SLOWLY MARKING A U-TURN, THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND RAN INTO THE CURB.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030806

Also filed under VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

WHEELS

2 of 27 total reports mention: wheels, most commonly citing rim.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Mercedes Benz 240 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (5 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Mercedes Benz 240 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Mercedes Benz 240?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Mercedes Benz 240 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.