Mercedes Benz offer some of the leading luxury European passenger vehicles on the market, directly competing with other premium SUV’s and sedans from Audi, BMW, Škoda, Volkswagen and MINI. Even a premium car like a Mercedes Benz can have mechanical issues though, that is why it is so important to maintain regular services and perform routine maintenance as required.

A faulty transmission may force your Mercedes to go into limp mode (also known as safety mode & emergency mode). If this happens, you will notice a lack of power, your car will not change gears and be forced to drive at significantly reduced speed. This is a safety feature to protect your cars engine, and if this happens you should have it inspected as soon as possible. Here are some common problems you might encounter with your Mercedes Benz Transmission.

Low Transmission Fluid

This is the best case scenario when it comes to transmission problems. If your transmission fluid is low, it should be a relatively quick and cheap solution provided the fluid is not leaking and no larger problems involved.

Transmission Valve Body

The transmission valve body controls the transmission fluid, delivering it to the correct valves to assist with gear changes. Over time, it can begin to wear and cause issues such as oil leaks, trouble shifting gears or failure to go into gear at all. It may also force your car into limp mode, and cause your check engine light to become illuminated. If you have any concerns, or have experienced any of these symptoms we suggest booking in to have one of our expert mechanics take a look.

Catastrophic Transmission Failure

This is less common, and also the most expensive transmission problem you can have. Overall, Mercedes Benz have a good track record when it comes to complete transmission failures, but it can still happen. It is important to keep up your regular services, and have any problems seen too early on to try and catch a problem in its early stages.

If you have experienced any of these symptoms, it is important to have one Auto Studios professional mechanics assess and identify the problem to avoid potential future issues. The team at Auto Studios RAA approved garage in Adelaide are experts in European vehicles and will have you back on the road in a safe and reliable car. Get in touch the team at Auto Studio in Adelaide if you have any concerns about your car.