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New Campaign for M271- Cam Sensors & Wiring Harness

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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 03:36 AM
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Exclamation New Campaign for M271- Cam Sensors & Wiring Harness

So there is a new "unannounced" campaign from MB to finally fix the leaking cam sensors and the damage it does to the wiring harness. This is an unannounced campaign, so you will need to specifically ask for this from your SA, as MB did not send out notices to owners or make any public announcement.

I am not sure of the campaign #, or the MY's covered, so call your SA with your VIN and check. I have heard this should cover 03-05 M271's, however I can't confirm this.

The dealer will replace the Camshaft Adjustment Solenoids and install new adapter harnesses free of charge.

Now if they would only replace the Fading Multi Function Display on the pre-facelift ...
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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 04:58 AM
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Can someone who has done this service post the part numbers?
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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 05:18 AM
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That means there must be a TSB to dealers. Let's try & establish the number.
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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 10:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Glyn M Ruck
That means there must be a TSB to dealers. Let's try & establish the number.
I am going into the dealer next week for these repairs. I will post part #'s and campaign number if no one posts before then.
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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 01:33 PM
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Campaign # 2009100001

Covers: Models 170/203, Model Years 2001 - 2004 / 2002 - 2004
Replace the Camshaft Adjustment Solenoid(s) and Install Adapter Harness (es)

obviously its VIN specific, but most likely if you have a M271 engine, its included in part of this..

this has already been discussed in the sticky thread above.. https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...-recall-8.html
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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 04:04 PM
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Is this campaign # applicable to all countries, or just the U.S.A.?

I'm wondering if this is good for Canada.
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Old Dec 31, 2009 | 01:42 AM
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Or maybe for Greece?
Till now everybody pays 100% of the costs considering this damage...
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Old Jan 4, 2010 | 07:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Racin_fool
Campaign # 2009100001

Covers: Models 170/203, Model Years 2001 - 2004 / 2002 - 2004
Replace the Camshaft Adjustment Solenoid(s) and Install Adapter Harness (es)

obviously its VIN specific, but most likely if you have a M271 engine, its included in part of this..

this has already been discussed in the sticky thread above.. https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...-recall-8.html
I believe the sticky you mentioned covered a different campaign that had to do with a supercharger hose.
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Old Jan 7, 2010 | 12:00 AM
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I posted the part #'s for this new campaign in there Dec 17th:

Campaign # 2009100001
Cam Solenoid recall
271-051-01-77 Magnet
271-051-00-32 Closing Cover
271-050-27-33 electrical wire
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Old Jan 7, 2010 | 01:46 AM
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The question is whether or not this supercedes a previous service campaign.

I already brought my car in once for this; does that mean I have to bring it in again? Sometimes the same part gets updated multiple times.
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Old Mar 7, 2010 | 12:52 AM
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i blew an 02 sensor a few months back... could this be related to the leaky cam shaft?

i just heard about this today and made an appointment at the dealership monday to fix. i wish i could have them pay me for the 02 sensor too.

excuse my novice question: could these two be related?

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Old May 11, 2010 | 03:02 PM
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New Campaign for M271- Cam Sensors & Wiring Harness-100_3148.jpgMy 2004.5 c230K SS has 42000 miles, and have no warning lights. Checked both Cam Sensors(info from forum) by removing the plugs, and found both has residue oil. Replaced both sensors, and added Isolation wires. This is my second MB, and am now thinking that I made a mistake with this model, with all the problems I see on the Forums. I bought this car second hand, and only have had it for a few months. I trust my Honda more. Checked with the Dealer and there are no recalls or TSB for this car.
My question: is this car worth keeping or is it Junk, and I should get rid of it??

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Old May 11, 2010 | 03:42 PM
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Originally Posted by clavier1
Attachment 182423My 2004.5 c230K SS has 42000 miles, and have no warning lights. Checked both Cam Sensors(info from forum) by removing the plugs, and found both has residue oil. Replaced both sensors, and added Isolation wires. This is my second MB, and am now thinking that I made a mistake with this model, with all the problems I see on the Forums. I bought this car second hand, and only have had it for a few months. I trust my Honda more. Checked with the Dealer and there are no recalls or TSB for this car.
My question: is this car worth keeping or is it Junk, and I should get rid of it??
That is really the only issues i know of with the c230s. just keep maintenance up and you should be fine.
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Old May 17, 2010 | 04:19 AM
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Originally Posted by clavier1
Attachment 182423My 2004.5 c230K SS has 42000 miles, and have no warning lights. Checked both Cam Sensors(info from forum) by removing the plugs, and found both has residue oil. Replaced both sensors, and added Isolation wires. This is my second MB, and am now thinking that I made a mistake with this model, with all the problems I see on the Forums. I bought this car second hand, and only have had it for a few months. I trust my Honda more. Checked with the Dealer and there are no recalls or TSB for this car.
My question: is this car worth keeping or is it Junk, and I should get rid of it??
My 03 C230K has 121,000 miles on it with no problems. My wife's Acura TSX has been more problematic. The car is not junk, you just have to hope you got a good one.
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Old May 17, 2010 | 01:32 PM
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This car is so clean and perfect, with a clean car fax. I just had to have it, and am getting 31 to 32 MPG on the HWY. I guess I may have became a little worried and paranoid for nothing,but still replaced the magnet sensors, and added the wire extensions for added insurance. Did my first oil change with recommended oil, and next will be in 7500 miles. Just moved back to the the states from living in Dresden,Germany. I had a E200 Mercedes diesel company lease car there, and loved it. So when I seen this little c230kss and the good condition bought it.Easy on insurance/Tax/MPG/etc.. I am very happy to hear that your Mercedes has been reliable! Thanks for the info!

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Old Oct 17, 2013 | 11:17 AM
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I am going into the dealer next week for these repairs. I will post part #'s and campaign number if no one posts before then.
CAN ANYONE TELL ME IF THE C230 COUPE M271 ENGINE 09/2004 MODEL, HAS EVER BEEN SUBJECT TO ANY RECALL/CAMPAIGN ON THE CAM SOLENOIDS AND WIRING LOOM, AND IF SO THE CAMPAIGN NUMBER.
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