It happened. After observing strange behavior from the tranny I took it to the dealership for a check. They indicate that it needs a new (rebuilt) unit...$5300. Ouch. I bought the car 6 months ago for 16,500 so this seems like a bad idea to me. Is there any hope of Mercedes assuming any liability for the costs? It has 90 k on it and is otherwise quite well cared for.

Anyone have any comparable experience??

Thanks very much,

Dave

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Thanks,

David

I am afraid that you may be out of luck on Mercedes assuming any liability for a transmission replacement on a (I am assuming)1997 model year with 90k miles for at least the 2nd owner.

Why does the dealer specifically indicate that it needs replaceing for. What kinds of problems has it been giving you?

The 722.6 is a very expensive transmission, but I would shop around a little more before dumping $5300 on a rebuilt.

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Ali Al-Chalabi

2001 CLK55
1999 Dodge Ram 2500 Cummins Diesel
2002 Harley-Davidson Fatboy
Merlin Extralight w/ Campy Record

$5,300 sounds like waaay too much.

I think a 722.6 can be rebuilt for around $3,000.

I believe dealers sell this transmissions rebuilt with 3 year warranties for about $3,500.

I'd go to a well-regarded independent that specializes in Mercedes for a more realistic quote.

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Paul S.

2001 E430, Bourdeaux Red, Oyster interior.
79,200 miles.

1973 280SE 4.5, 170,000 miles. 568 Signal Red, Black MB Tex. "The Red Baron".