2013 Mercedes-Benz B250

2013 Mercedes-Benz B250

The 2013 Mercedes-Benz B250 is a compact luxury vehicle that slots in below the C-Class sedan in the Mercedes lineup. It’s offered with a single engine and transmission option: a 2.0L turbocharged inline-four engine mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. The B250 produces 208 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.

While the B250 is generally a reliable vehicle, there have been some reported issues with certain components. Here’s a comprehensive list of the specific issues people have been having with the vehicle, categorized by major components:

Engine

• 2.0L Turbocharged Inline-Four Engine
  • Intake manifold failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The intake manifold can crack, causing a loss of power and a rough idle.
    • Solution: Replace the intake manifold.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Turbocharger failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The turbocharger can fail, causing a loss of power and a whistling sound.
    • Solution: Replace the turbocharger.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• Seven-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission
  • Clutch pack failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The clutch pack can wear out prematurely, causing slipping and shuddering during gear shifts.
    • Solution: Replace the clutch pack.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,500 - $4,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• No Issues Found

Electrical

• Battery failure * Description/Symptoms: The battery can fail prematurely, causing difficulty starting the vehicle. * Solution: Replace the battery. * Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500 * Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• No Issues Found

Interior

• Sunroof panel misalignment * Description/Symptoms: The sunroof panel may become misaligned, causing water leaks and wind noise. * Solution: Realign the sunroof panel. * Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000 * Recalls: None Found
• Climate control system failure * Description/Symptoms: The climate control system may fail to function properly, causing the temperature inside the vehicle to become uncomfortable. * Solution: Replace the climate control unit. * Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+ * Recalls: None Found

Summary

Overall, the 2013 Mercedes-Benz B250 is a generally reliable vehicle. However, there have been some reported issues with certain components, including the engine, transmission, and electrical system. The severity and cost of these issues vary, but some can be quite expensive to repair.