2002 Mercedes-Benz A160

Introduction

The 2002 Mercedes-Benz A160 is a compact hatchback that was produced from 1997 to 2004. It is powered by a 1.6-liter gasoline engine that produces 102 horsepower and 150 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed automatic transmission. The A160 is known for its fuel efficiency, but it has also been criticized for its lack of power and its cramped interior.

Engine

1.6-liter Gasoline Engine

• Intake Manifold Gasket Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Coolant and/or oil leaks, engine overheating
  • Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found
• Timing Chain Tensioner Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine rattling or ticking noise, reduced engine power
  • Solution: Replace timing chain tensioner
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $600 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

5-Speed Manual Transmission

• No Issues Found

4-Speed Automatic Transmission

• Shift Solenoid Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Transmission slipping or refusing to shift gears
  • Solution: Replace shift solenoid
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found
• Torque Converter Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Transmission shuddering or slipping, loss of power
  • Solution: Replace torque converter
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Strut Mount Bearing Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Clunking or rattling noise from front suspension
  • Solution: Replace strut mount bearing
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400 per side
  • Recalls: None Found
• Control Arm Bushing Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Squealing or grinding noise from suspension, uneven tire wear
  • Solution: Replace control arm bushings
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600 per side
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Alternator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Dimming lights, difficulty starting engine
  • Solution: Replace alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800
  • Recalls: None Found
• Battery Drain
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery dies after sitting for a few days
  • Solution: Find and repair source of battery drain
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Fog Light Switch Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Fog lights do not work
  • Solution: Replace fog light switch
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200
  • Recalls: None Found
• Headlight Adjuster Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Headlights point in the wrong direction
  • Solution: Replace headlight adjuster
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Seat Heater Element Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Seat heaters do not work
  • Solution: Replace seat heater element
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400 per seat
  • Recalls: None Found
• Dashboard Pixel Fade
  • Description/Symptoms: Pixels on the dashboard display fade or become distorted
  • Solution: Replace dashboard display
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2002 Mercedes-Benz A160 is a reliable vehicle overall, but it does have some potential issues that owners should be aware of. The most common engine problems are intake manifold gasket failure and timing chain tensioner failure. The most common transmission problems are shift solenoid failure and torque converter failure. The most common suspension problems are strut mount bearing failure and control arm bushing failure. The most common electrical problems are alternator failure and battery drain. The most common exterior problems are fog light switch failure and headlight adjuster failure. The most common interior problems are seat heater element failure and dashboard pixel fade. The severity of these issues can vary depending on the specific vehicle and its maintenance history. The cost to fix these issues can also vary depending on the severity of the problem and the location of the repair.