“Problem Car” Alert⚠️Mercedes-Benz B200

Every month or so, More Cash For Scrap features a “Problem Car” Alert blog post that outlines a vehicle that we see in our industry more frequently than all the rest. And this month’s problem car alert is the Mercedes-Benz B200.

Currently discontinued, the B200 is still causing headaches all over Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. However, some models were not impacted by the same catastrophic problems as others. And some only suffered mild ailments (as far as cars go).

Fortunately, no matter what issues you’ve had with the Mercedes-Benz B200, you can always get the most cash for it at More Cash For Scrap. We offer free towing, same day scrap car removal, and pay MORE cash for scrap cars than the other guys. And if you’re scrapping a Mercedes, you’ll definitely want MORE!

Mercedes-Benz B200 Most Common Problems

Much like any vehicle on the market today, the Mercedes B200 comes with its fair share of problems. And while Mercedes-Benz has a name for making quality luxury cars, many consumer reports confirm that the B200 is one of their more unreliable vehicles. If you own one and are wondering if the issues you’re experiencing are common, read our list of the most common problems on the B200.

1. Transmission Issues

Transmission failure is unfortunately, a part of life when you own a vehicle. However, it’s generally thought that if you purchase a high-end car, you don’t have to worry about any big-ticket repairs for a long time.

This is mostly due to the fact that a luxury vehicle usually gives the impression that it is of quality craftmanship. However, just like any other vehicle, that’s not always the case. And the Mercedes-Benz B200 has a name for subjecting owners to some heavy-duty transmission issues. If you’re not sure if you’re one of the B200’s victims, check the signs and symptoms of a failing transmission below.

Signs Your Transmission Is Failing Include:

• Hesitation when accelerating
• Worsening gas mileage
• Difficulty getting in or out of gear when shifting
• Hesitation when shifting gears (like passing gear)
• Transmission fluid leaks
• Shaking, rattling, or jerking while driving (sometimes even at idle)
• Rough idling
• Grinding or clunking sounds when changing gears or accelerating
• Check engine light is on

Knowing what to look and listen for is imperative in getting an early diagnosis on your B200. Despite the fact that many consumers reported transmission issues, and most all similar, if not the same, the company never issued a recall on this transmission or vehicle. Which is why many Lower Mainland residents sell them to More Cash For Scrap.

We offer MORE cash for cars with transmission issues than any other scrap car removal company in Metro Vancouver or the Fraser Valley. If you want the most cash for your luxury vehicle when it’s having major mechanical issues, scrap it to More Cash For Scrap. We always pay MORE!

2. Oil Leaks

As any vehicle ages, oil leaks are just something that typically happens. Components have increasing wear and tear, things don’t operate as smoothly as they once did, and what ultimately ends up happening is you either experience oil leaks or your vehicle starts burning oil. Which is the case with the Mercedes-Benz B200.

Oil leaks can signify nothing more than a loose seal or minor issue. But it can also signify engine failure. Which is typically the case when your vehicle starts not only leaking oil, but burning it. And since the B200 has a known issue with the fuel-delivery module (it was a recall in Canada), that affected engine performance and subsequently caused engine failure, you need to be leary about owning one.

One of the things, that many Metro Vancouver dealerships love about More Cash For Scrap is the fact that we buy vehicles with dead engines. And when it’s a Mercedes-Benz that has a dead engine that they purchased on trade-in, they know the perfect place to get MORE for it… More Cash For Scrap!

3. Engine Failure

One of the most expensive issues reported by Mercedes-Benz B200 owners was engine failure. And although the company did issue a recall because of the frequent reports of engine failure, they didn’t replace the engine for customers that were affected by it.

Rather the recall was issued on the fuel delivery module that was considered to be the main reason consumers were experiencing engine failure. However, many other people suffered a loss of engine power or complete failure because of frequent oil leaks, or because their B200 was burning oil.

Nevertheless, customers whose engines ultimately failed were faced with a massive repair bill that they had to cover. This prompted many people to simply scrap their vehicle, and subsequently boycott this particular model of Mercedes-Benz vehicle. Which may be part of the reason why Mercedes-Benz discontinued this model.

If you have any type of vehicle, Mercedes or not, that has a dead engine, we are ALWAYS looking to buy them. Particularly late model SUVs and sedans of any make and model. Just give our scrap car removal team a call and we can provide you with an instant cash offer right over the phone.

4. Suspension Issues

Suspension wear and tear is unfortunately, a reality of owning any vehicle. And when you live somewhere that is jammed packed with hills, like North Vancouver, Port Moody, or new Westminster, your suspension takes a kicking more than other areas.

The most commonly reported suspension issues with the Mercedes-Benz B200 are issues with the shocks. Many consumers reported that there was premature and frequent rattling and knocking in the front end of their vehicle. Some reported it starting as early as at 50,000 kms. This was because of cheap and poorly installed shock absorbers.

One of the things we see a lot in the scrap car removal industry is vehicles with suspension issues. While they may not seem too menacing, the cost to rectify the issue is. Most suspension starts at around $800-$1000, and can cost up to thousands of dollars to repair, depending on the type of vehicle affected.

A better alternative is to scrap your car for MORE cash at More Cash For Scrap. We provide free scrap car removal in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. Plus, we pay MORE cash for scrap cars with suspension issues than any other junk car removal company in the Lower Mainland.

5. Various Electrical Issues

Nothing says expensive like finding out you have an electrical problem on your vehicle. And when you’re driving a luxury vehicle, that cost is two-fold, if not more. And one of the things most commonly reported about the Mercedes-Benz B200 are electrical problems of all different kinds.

Most Commonly Reported Electrical Problems Include:

• Malfunctioning or failing power windows
• Various malfunctioning sensors
• Starter failure
• Failing power sunroof function
• Interior lighting issues
• Voltage problems
• Wiring issues
• Engine management issues from a failing CPU

Some of the known electrical issues aren’t a major concern for Mercedes-Benz owners. A malfunctioning window can be inconvenient, but not a safety risk. However, if your CPU starts failing, or your vehicle starts to stall due to an electrical problem, that is something that is more of a concern as it poses a real safety risk.

Furthermore, even the simplest electrical issue can cost hundreds or thousands of dollars to fix. Because the reality is that most electrical problems are difficult to diagnose. And even when one is discovered, there could be multiple issues happening that need to be determined on their own. All at the expensive price your mechanic’s labour, which is charged by the hour.

6. Cooling System Issues

Cooling system problems may not sound that major, but depending on what is malfunctioning, it can be. And with the B200, there are three main issues that present themselves on nearly every model that was affected.

1. Broken Thermostat

When your thermostat fails, you don’t know what actual temperature your vehicle is running at. Which means you don’t know if your engine is being properly cooled, along with any neighbouring components that rely on the cooling system.

Broken thermostats have been reported on nearly every B200 that was produce in 2005 and 2011. And once again, despite the fact that it was such a common issue, the company never issued a recall. So, all repairs were done by consumer entirely out of pocket.

2. Clogged Radiator

A clogged radiator is a disaster waiting to happen. Because when your radiator gets clogged, any number of things can take place. And none of those things produce something good. In fact, the majority of things that can go wrong because of a clogged radiator cost a pretty penny, and is why many people end up scrapping their vehicles after having one.

Clogged Radiators Can Cause:

• Your engine to overheat
• Coolant or antifreeze leakage
• Heater malfunctions
• Engine failure
• Various performance issues
• Damaged radiator fins

Typically, the most common cause of a clogged radiator is simply old radiator fluid that has been sitting for too long without the vehicle being driven. But in the case of the B200, it’s a poorly constructed radiator with inexpensive parts and poor installation that leaves many Mercedes-Benz owners infuriated when their engine dies from having an undiagnosed clogged radiator.

3. Failed Water Pump

Water pump failure is another cooling system issue that has been widely reported on the B200. In fact, many B200 owners have reported needing to replace the water pump multiple times, and some as soon as at 30,000 kms.

A water pump typically doesn’t take much labour to install on a vehicle. However, the average cost of a water pump nowadays is roughly between $400 – $1000. But when you have more than one issue going on with a car, that can add up to thousands of dollars of work needed to get it drivable again.

A better alternative to fixing an aging vehicle with multiple known issues is to scrap it with a professional scrap car removal company like More Cash For Scrap. We offer a quick way to sell any vehicle while paying MORE cash for scrap cars than any other junk car buyers in the Lower Mainland.

What Years of the Mercedes-Benz B200 Were Affected?

Not every single B200 that was made fell victim to the issues listed above. In fact, many only experienced one or two problems. While others experienced all of them. Knowing what years were most affected is key to preventing you from making a hasty and expensive purchase when buying a used B200.

The worst years for the B200 were definitely 2005, 2011, and 2013. However, any of the B200’s between 2005 and 2013 are at risk for the most common problems listed in today’s blog post.

So, if you’re considering buying a used Mercedes-Benz B200, we highly advise you to have a thorough vehicle inspection performed on it first. You could save yourself the headache and expense of buying a used car that may end up with catastrophic mechanical issues.

Additionally, if you are the current owner of a B200 and have been experiencing problems and are looking to sell your car, sell it to More Cash For Scrap. We offer MORE cash for scrap cars with any kind of mechanical problems than any other scrap car removal company in the Lower Mainland. And we love junk Mercedes vehicles of any kind!

Cash for Cars with Mechanical Failure

Breakdowns are a part of life when it comes to owning a vehicle. And when your vehicle is aging, has high mileage, or is prone to mechanical malfunction, like the Mercedes-Benz B200, it’s very much a reality.

Fortunately, for Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley residents, we offer MORE cash for scrap cars with mechanical failure, electrical problems, and even collision damage than any other scrap car buyers in the Lower Mainland.

Whether you’re selling a daily driver, a vehicle that’s been sitting for years on end, or a late model sedan or SUV that simply needs an engine replacement, we’ll pay you MORE cash for it than all those other guys. And all while providing free towing and the best customer service in the industry.

How Much Cash Can I Get for My Car?

Every vehicle gets a different valuation because every vehicle that comes through our doors is completely different. Even if we receive two of the same vehicle, they’ll be valued differently because they have different reasons for being scrapped. Which is why we get all of the details of your scrap car or truck over the phone before making you an offer on it.

Provide our scrap car removal team with the make, model, year, condition, mileage, and location of your vehicle. Then, also let us know what issues it has, as well as any recent repairs that have been completed. Additionally, be sure to let our scrap car removal specialists know if your vehicle is still running, because running vehicles are always worth MORE!

Once we have all of the information, one of our team members will make you an instant cash offer right over the phone. And don’t worry, because unlike some other scrap car removal companies, our offers never change.

Some companies offer you one thing over the phone. However, when they arrive to pick up your scrap car, they quickly start deducting for anything and everything they can. Suddenly that offer isn’t so great. But we are different. What we offer you if what you get. And we always pay MORE!

Call Or Text Our Scrap Car Buying Team Today!

Ready to scrap that pesky Mercedes B200? Or your dwindling work truck? Or how about the family minivan that you’re still driving, even though the kids have all moved out? Whatever you want to scrap, we’re the place to do it.

We provide our scrap car removal services 7 days a week, from 7:00 AM-11:00 PM. We also work on most statutory holidays to better serve our Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley customers.

So, if you want to scrap your car quickly and easily, scrap it with More Cash For Scrap. We offer MORE customer service. MORE flexible scrap car removal times. And MORE cash for scrap cars than the other guys!