MYRModel Year Report

2002 Mercedes Benz C240

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2002 Mercedes Benz C240
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:03:48.396Z

Only 13 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
13

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2002

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2001: 8 complaints 2001 2002: 13 complaints 2002 13 2003: 20 complaints 2003 2004: 16 complaints 2004 2005: 30 complaints 2005 2007: 1 complaint 2007
2001: 8 complaints 2001 2002: 13 complaints 2002 13 2003: 20 complaints 2003 2004: 16 complaints 2004 2005: 30 complaints 2005 2007: 1 complaint 2007
2001: 8 complaints 2001 2002: 13 complaints 2002 13 2003: 20 complaints 2003 2004: 16 complaints 2004 2005: 30 complaints 2005 2007: 1 complaint 2007

2002: 13 complaints

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YearComplaints
20018
200213
200320
200416
200530
20071

Known problem areas

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

4 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

Visibility

3 of 13 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly and rearview mirrors/devices.

Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 Mercedes-Benz C240. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19V918000 (Visibility). Flagship motorcars of lynnfield (385 broadway rte.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-08-20

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 Mercedes-Benz C240. The contact stated that upon purchase of the vehicle, the sun roof rattled while driving at various speeds.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-06-03

Interior lighting

2 of 13 total reports mention: interior lighting.

Visibility/wiper

1 of 13 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2002 Mercedes Benz C240. The contact received NHTSA campaign number: 19V918000 (Visibility). The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-08-25

Structure

1 of 13 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2020-07-10Visibility19V918000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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  2. R
    2023-02-03Visibility22V954000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and may detach.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall expands NHTSA recall number 19V-918.

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  3. R
    2025-01-10Visibility24V874000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and can detach.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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Buy-smart checklist

2002 Mercedes Benz C240 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Interior lighting: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 19V918000 · Visibility
  • Recall 22V954000 · Visibility
  • Recall 24V874000 · Visibility
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 Mercedes Benz C240 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 2002 Mercedes Benz C240?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Mercedes Benz C240 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

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