M271 2003-2005 C230 guys go to the dealer now free work/recall
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Okay. Just had A service and asked my SA about any TSBs, recalls, etc, and he said "nothing" applicable, and that it was based on VIN number. I asked, "nothing specifically for the M271?" and he said, "no".
I didn't have the Bulletin number so I couldn't really challenge him on it.
What's with that?
I didn't have the Bulletin number so I couldn't really challenge him on it.
What's with that?
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From: Manchester, England.
CL203, W211
I'm not sure this applies to me in the UK, I just got off the phone with the dealer and they say there is no recall on my car, and guess what?
Just been under the freakin bonnet with my maglight and mirror and that same freakin hose has a nice big split in it.
Looks like i'm going to have to talk them into it or get my hands dirty with the snap-on box.
Just been under the freakin bonnet with my maglight and mirror and that same freakin hose has a nice big split in it.
Looks like i'm going to have to talk them into it or get my hands dirty with the snap-on box.
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2011 R350 4MATIC
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05 C230K SS (sold), 06 C55 (sold), 08 Yamaha R1 (sold), 16 X5M
just bought my '05 c230k SS 4 weeks ago and had it at the dealer last week and found that it was already done last april!
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From: New York City
2004 c230k
Brought my c230 to the dealership last week for a Service A and performed the recall at the same time. Car runs alot smoother but unsure if it was because of the recall procedure or the A service.
They kept the car the entire day for the recall procedure. It was done at Helms Brothers Mercedes off Utopia Avenue in Bayside, New York.
They kept the car the entire day for the recall procedure. It was done at Helms Brothers Mercedes off Utopia Avenue in Bayside, New York.
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From: San Bernardino County, CA
04 Mercedes Benz C230K
I finally got mine done... waited a long time at the dealership.
Thank God it was like Starbucks free all you can drink coffee, they had free computer use @ Penske- West Covina, CA.
Thank God it was like Starbucks free all you can drink coffee, they had free computer use @ Penske- West Covina, CA.
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From: Yonkers, NY
2005 C230 Kompressor Sport Sedan
I just called my dealership today. I have a 2005 C230 Kompressor SS that I bought from them at the end of June. They said that there it doesn't apply to my car. Do you guys think I should get a second opinion from another dealership or you think that's legit?
I wonder if it was done before I got the car.
I wonder if it was done before I got the car.
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'16 E350, gone: '03 c230k
reddog - I would call them back, or visit them in person, and tell them that this recall most certainly applies to your car, and the question is really if it has been done all ready or not. If they give you any hassles, I would assume this is a clueless dealer and would be hesitant to have any work on my car performed there. I've found out first hand that not all Mercedes dealers are equal ...
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05 C230k
I just bought a 2005 c230k. It has 38k miles, and the 4 years of warranty is just up. I haven't taken the car to a dealer to see if the work has been done or not. If it hasn't, is this an actual recall, where they have to fix it, or could they tell me I'm out of warranty, so I'm out of luck?
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From: New Orleans, LA
C230K Sedan
woo hooooo yea i can't wait for my loaner car! i called today cause my CEL light is on so my warranty covers it and plus they going to go ahead and change the pipes out on that recall. its TRUE.. i hope they give me a AMG of watever lol... hoping HARD!
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From: Orange County, CA
C230 K Coupe (05)
i would watch out for fj merecdes on that hose.
i got mine replaced there and the tech didnt screw it on tight enough.. surely enough. i left the stealership at 2:30pm, and was back within 30 minutes cause the hose came loose.
had to leave the car overnight and get a loaner.. pissed me off.
i got mine replaced there and the tech didnt screw it on tight enough.. surely enough. i left the stealership at 2:30pm, and was back within 30 minutes cause the hose came loose.
had to leave the car overnight and get a loaner.. pissed me off.
man, i got car service at fletcher jones and i swear, ever since i got my car back from the service, my mileage has been a lot lower.
talked to the service rep about it and am taking it back this monday but he said that the hose has nothing to do with the mileage....
anyone have the same experience...or any idea what it could be so that i can talk it out with the dealership
this **** is really annoying....the beauty of this car was its mileage while being a benz...now im getting the same mileage as my friends 335i
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From: Kenilworth, Cape Town, South Africa
'04 C 200 Kompressor
I am no pro but if your fuel consumption has increased drastically and not due to the PCV hose, the only thing I can think of at this stage is that it could possibly be the cam sensor which is another common problem on the M271 motor... leaks oil into the engine harness and runs down to the O2 (oxygen/lambda) sensor... causes the sensor to give 'faulty' readings and inturn causing the car to run rich...
just a thought
just a thought
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From: Orange County, CA
C230 K Coupe (05)
ridiculous. they said nothing is wrong with the mileage when I am obviously getting less mileage now than i did before i got the service.
should follow the wise ol adage "don't fix it if it ain't broke"
dammit, i dont even look at my mileage readouts anymore...
should follow the wise ol adage "don't fix it if it ain't broke"
dammit, i dont even look at my mileage readouts anymore...
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2005 c230 sport, k7 gsxr
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From: Meadville, PA
2003 C230 Coupe
All, It is still going. Joined the site, saw the info and called my relatively local dealership and will be there for the 4hr fix next week. They will also be checking for the cam sensor harness issue for 2003 M271's. Thanks All. Website already paying off. P.J.
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From: Modesto, CA
C230 Kompressor Sedan
Hey im a new member on this and i didnt know about the recall either. i have to give it a try. anyone have problems with their rims? my front rim got badly damaged on the inside and i have to replace it. any suggestions?
thanks!
thanks!
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From: Modesto, CA
C230 Kompressor Sedan
Recall Notice
hey i called the dealership about my recall and they say there are no recalls on my car. they did replace a vent hose awhile back when i took it in under recall...is this the same recall?
