- Engine / equipment
- Mercedes A-Class W168 (petrol and A 160/170 CDI)
- Period mentioned
- 1997–2004
- Symptoms
- Rust, worn auxiliary belts, high brake wear, a broken front spring, sunroof and lighting faults; on campaign cars, a long brake-pedal travel in cold weather.
- Possible cause described
- Age-related wear according to the German summary. There were recalls: brake master cylinder (built September 2000 to January 2001), wiper arms that could come loose and an engine control unit software error on the last cars.
- Check for the garage
- Check the campaigns by VIN; check rust, springs, brakes and belts before the roadworthiness test.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
KNOWN FAULT · Mercedes-Benz
Weak points and campaigns of the A-Class W168
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to repair this fault?
No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.
A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Calculate estimateHow is it checked?
Check the campaigns by VIN; check rust, springs, brakes and belts before the roadworthiness test.
What are the symptoms?
Rust, worn auxiliary belts, high brake wear, a broken front spring, sunroof and lighting faults; on campaign cars, a long brake-pedal travel in cold weather.
Which cars and years does it affect?
- Brands
- Mercedes-Benz
- Engine / equipment
- Mercedes A-Class W168 (petrol and A 160/170 CDI)
- Period mentioned
- 1997–2004
Taking it to a garage?
Models with this entry
- Mercedes-Benz Clase A (W168)2000–2004
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