MYRModel Year Report

2001 Mercedes Benz C230

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2001 Mercedes Benz C230
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:05:13.886Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
4

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Complaints per year

1997: 7 complaints 1997 1998: 39 complaints 1999: 29 complaints 1999 2000: 29 complaints 2001: 4 complaints 2001 4 2002: 54 complaints 2003: 51 complaints 2003 2004: 31 complaints 2005: 85 complaints 2005 2006: 116 complaints 2007: 212 complaints 2007
1997: 7 complaints 1997 1998: 39 complaints 1998 1999: 29 complaints 1999 2000: 29 complaints 2000 2001: 4 complaints 2001 4 2002: 54 complaints 2002 2003: 51 complaints 2003 2004: 31 complaints 2004 2005: 85 complaints 2005 2006: 116 complaints 2006 2007: 212 complaints 2007
1997: 7 complaints 1997 1998: 39 complaints 1998 1999: 29 complaints 1999 2000: 29 complaints 2000 2001: 4 complaints 2001 4 2002: 54 complaints 2002 2003: 51 complaints 2003 2004: 31 complaints 2004 2005: 85 complaints 2005 2006: 116 complaints 2006 2007: 212 complaints 2007

2001: 4 complaints

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YearComplaints
19977
199839
199929
200029
20014
200254
200351
200431
200585
2006116
2007212

Known problem areas

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes.

Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Mercedes Benz C230. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the front driver side brake seized without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-09-29

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.

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While at a complete stop vehicle will shut off trying to accelerate. Contacted dealer, and the dealer was not willing to do anything.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-06-10

Electrical system

1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Consume r was traveling on the highway. And without prior warning there was smoke coming from underneath of hood. Vehicle was on fire. Dealership was aware of problem.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-02-06

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2001 Mercedes Benz C230 — pre-purchase inspection

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  • Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 2001 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 2001 Mercedes Benz C230?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Mercedes Benz C230 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.