MYRModel Year Report

2000 Mercedes Benz C230

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2000 Mercedes Benz C230
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:10:32.459Z

Only 29 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 29 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz C230 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2000 highlighted. 1997: 7 complaints 1997 1998: 39 complaints 1999: 29 complaints 1999 2000: 29 complaints 2000 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2002: 54 complaints 2003: 51 complaints 2003 2004: 31 complaints 2005: 85 complaints 2005 2006: 116 complaints 2007: 212 complaints 2007
2000: 29 complaints
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YearComplaints
19977
199839
199929
200029
20014
200254
200351
200431
200585
2006116
2007212

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 29 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

7 of 29 total reports mention: electrical system.

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I'VE BEEN UNABLE TO READ MY MILEAGE FOR MANY YEARS NOW. I HAVE A 2000 C230. TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THE CLUSTER HAD TO BE REPLACED @ AROUND $1000.00. FOUND THIS TO BE UNACCEPTABLE SINCE THE CAR AT THE TIME WAS ONLY 5 YEARS OLD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130411

POWER TRAIN

5 of 29 total reports mention: power train.

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TRANSMISSION SLIPS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS COLD , STICKS IN GEAR AND SHIFTS HARD. DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20000204

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 of 29 total reports mention: electrical system.

SUSPENSION

2 of 29 total reports mention: suspension.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCEDES BENZ C230 N/A. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED AND WAS NO LONGER OPERABLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160510

SEATS

2 of 29 total reports mention: seats.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2000 Mercedes Benz C230 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2004 ▲ 1998 ● 2003

WORST YEARS

■ 2007 ■ 2006 ◆ 2005

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FAQ

Is the 2000 Mercedes Benz C230 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 2000 Mercedes Benz C230?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2000 Mercedes Benz C230 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.