~10 times in the shop, Still loving it!
Thread Starter
Senior Member
Joined: Apr 2015
Posts: 399
Likes: 24
2017 C43 Sedan
~10 times in the shop, Still loving it!
I guess I am lucky because I was able to get a Mercedes before my 24th birthday. Maybe I should’ve complained less…
My car was a March build, delivered in late April, 2015.
This baby has been in the shop for about 10 times.
Below is a list of issues.
1. Wind noise: Acoustic glasses installed. still a bit noisy but I will take it.
2. CRAZY Rattles from all windows: I put some magic fluffy tape on driver and passenger side windows (didn't have enough tape), now good. The fix was originally from a thread on a Chinese auto website. And i believe all the dealers in China are applying the tapes to 2015 model cars. While for 2016, they changed the tape to a fluffy one. (Tape is cheap, ~$4 for 4 doors.
)
3. Gas pumps shut off while fueling: it varies by gas stations. Dealers did not fix coz they said it's something wrong with the gas pump not the car.
4. Burmester speaker rattle/buzz: replaced driver side and mid console speaker, but not fixed.
5. Wiper chatter: changed wiper blade multiple times, cleaned windshield, adjust angles, changed wiper arms. and I personally tried everything I could. Not fixed. while one day, temp cools, it's quiet...it fixed itself. - DO NOT EVER APPLY RAINX ON YOUR WINDSHIELD!!!
Wind shield was authorized by MBUSA to get replaced. However, I didn't because it's quiet now. may change it in the future if the chatter comes back. This issue is killing me.
6. Wind shield fluid sprayer has a broken part on day 1.
7. AC whistling on "windows only" & "foot only" at max speed 7. NO FIX at the moment.
8. rear bumper misalignment: alright, I don't care about this one, i found it out after reading threads here.
9. Screeching brakes when temp is low (
My car was a March build, delivered in late April, 2015.
This baby has been in the shop for about 10 times.
Below is a list of issues.
1. Wind noise: Acoustic glasses installed. still a bit noisy but I will take it.
2. CRAZY Rattles from all windows: I put some magic fluffy tape on driver and passenger side windows (didn't have enough tape), now good. The fix was originally from a thread on a Chinese auto website. And i believe all the dealers in China are applying the tapes to 2015 model cars. While for 2016, they changed the tape to a fluffy one. (Tape is cheap, ~$4 for 4 doors.
)3. Gas pumps shut off while fueling: it varies by gas stations. Dealers did not fix coz they said it's something wrong with the gas pump not the car.
4. Burmester speaker rattle/buzz: replaced driver side and mid console speaker, but not fixed.
5. Wiper chatter: changed wiper blade multiple times, cleaned windshield, adjust angles, changed wiper arms. and I personally tried everything I could. Not fixed. while one day, temp cools, it's quiet...it fixed itself. - DO NOT EVER APPLY RAINX ON YOUR WINDSHIELD!!!
Wind shield was authorized by MBUSA to get replaced. However, I didn't because it's quiet now. may change it in the future if the chatter comes back. This issue is killing me.
6. Wind shield fluid sprayer has a broken part on day 1.
7. AC whistling on "windows only" & "foot only" at max speed 7. NO FIX at the moment.
8. rear bumper misalignment: alright, I don't care about this one, i found it out after reading threads here.
9. Screeching brakes when temp is low (
Super Member
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 561
Likes: 4
From: UK (South West)
2015 C220 AMG Line Bluetech.
2. CRAZY Rattles from all windows: I put some magic fluffy tape on driver and passenger side windows (didn't have enough tape), now good. The fix was originally from a thread on a Chinese auto website. And i believe all the dealers in China are applying the tapes to 2015 model cars. While for 2016, they changed the tape to a fluffy one. (Tape is cheap, ~$4 for 4 doors.)
Last edited by jolt8631; Nov 6, 2015 at 03:35 PM.
Thread Starter
Senior Member
Joined: Apr 2015
Posts: 399
Likes: 24
2017 C43 Sedan
Thread Starter
Senior Member
Joined: Apr 2015
Posts: 399
Likes: 24
2017 C43 Sedan
Windows rattles - solution link.
Yes it was interesting. I did not find any solution on this forum that could last longer. Tried lubricant, won't work for a long time.
It's all in Chinese though.
http://club.autohome.com.cn/bbs/thre...1318803-1.html
Most cars in China had this rattles. Mine did the same but don't know why others here in the U.S. don't experience that much.
It's all in Chinese though.
http://club.autohome.com.cn/bbs/thre...1318803-1.html
Most cars in China had this rattles. Mine did the same but don't know why others here in the U.S. don't experience that much.
Trending Topics
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jan 2015
Posts: 2,075
Likes: 59
From: Manchester, UK
BMW e89 Z4 sDrive 35i & MB S205 C200 AMG Premium Plus
It's not a rattle so to speak, it's a chattering or creaking. I noted this on my rear doors recently. It's simply dry rubbers and some gummi pflege (rubber lube/softener) will sort this. Rather that than felt which will hold water and go mouldy.
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used
Verdad Gallardo
Thread Starter
Senior Member
Joined: Apr 2015
Posts: 399
Likes: 24
2017 C43 Sedan
Check the link I posted before for pics.
I bought them from China and my friend brought those here. But there's supposed to be some similar products here. Or if you know how to read Chinese, you can actually opt to ship to the U.S.
Link for the product:
https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm..._u=8jsr0k305d9
I bought them from China and my friend brought those here. But there's supposed to be some similar products here. Or if you know how to read Chinese, you can actually opt to ship to the U.S.
Link for the product:
https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm..._u=8jsr0k305d9
