New Car Checklist
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C300
New Car Checklist
I'll be picking up my new vehicle in a couple of weeks.
What should I check before accepting the car? For example,
What is susceptible to fail. Assume every option was selected
We do not have a "lemon" law in Canada. It is on the onus of the owner to check.
What should I check before accepting the car? For example,
- Scratches on paint
- USB ports
- Heat and cooling seats
- Touchless trunk open
- Wireless charging
- Sunroof
- Heads-up display
What is susceptible to fail. Assume every option was selected
We do not have a "lemon" law in Canada. It is on the onus of the owner to check.
Last edited by RoyalCanuck; Oct 3, 2022 at 04:07 PM.
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2025 C300
I'll be picking up my new vehicle in a couple of weeks.
What should I check before accepting the car? For example,
What is susceptible to fail. Assume every option was selected
We do not have a "lemon" law in Canada. It is on the onus of the owner to check.
What should I check before accepting the car? For example,
- Scratches on paint
- USB ports
- Heat and cooling seats
- Touchless trunk open
- Wireless charging
- Sunroof
- Heads-up display
What is susceptible to fail. Assume every option was selected
We do not have a "lemon" law in Canada. It is on the onus of the owner to check.
- a thumping/clanking noise when braking which requires a dealer visit
- the main MBUX screen turning off randomly (maybe a software update will fix, hard to test upon receipt of the car)
- ensure the dealer installs the SAM module cover as there is already an open recall for 2022 w206s which requires a dealer retrofit
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C300 W206 2022
Susceptible to fail? Assume everything. You are being a tad ****. If you don't get the chip shortage related features then back off from the sale if you want and the purchase agreement you signed will dictate the terms of cancellation. The reality is that you can buy USB splitters or cigarette lighter USB adapters for missing USB ports (for example) or wait 6 months to get the car you want. Your call, your right, your choice.
Last edited by Steely; Oct 3, 2022 at 10:31 PM.
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This place is a joke.
You bought a brand new to market model against common wisdom so be ready for some glitches. You are a beta tester. MB product quality has been in an absolute nosedive since 2019 (it wasn't great starting from 2014 either). MB dealers are inundated with warranty work on newer model year vehicles.
Last edited by E55Greasemonkey; Oct 3, 2022 at 11:55 PM.
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C300
W206 owners have reported issues with the new generation including:
- a thumping/clanking noise when braking which requires a dealer visit
- the main MBUX screen turning off randomly (maybe a software update will fix, hard to test upon receipt of the car)
- ensure the dealer installs the SAM module cover as there is already an open recall for 2022 w206s which requires a dealer retrofit
- a thumping/clanking noise when braking which requires a dealer visit
- the main MBUX screen turning off randomly (maybe a software update will fix, hard to test upon receipt of the car)
- ensure the dealer installs the SAM module cover as there is already an open recall for 2022 w206s which requires a dealer retrofit
My VIN did not appear on the recall list and shipped after August so I'm hoping it is resolved, but I'll check with the dealership.
For example, all Canadian models start at (equivalent to) 4Matic Pinnacle + panoramic roof, acoustic glass, adaptive cruise control, advanced USB packaging, rear side-impact airbags, first-aid kit, etc.
I appreciate the warning.
I'm not expecting 2023 models to be any different than a rebranded 2022. Mine was shipped from Germany so considering the model was released in Europe in early 2021, I'm hoping most manufacturing issues have been ironed out.
Last edited by RoyalCanuck; Oct 4, 2022 at 03:15 AM.
