🚗 Classic Fault — Mercedes-Benz W210 (1995–2003)
W210 SBC brake system fault — brake failure warning
💰 Estimated Repair Cost
$400 – $1500 GBP
Parts and labour estimate
🔧 Tools Required
Mercedes STAR diagnostics or compatible reader
📋 Overview
Post-2002 W210 models with Sensotronic Brake Control (SBC) suffer pump motor failures after high cycle counts.
🩺 Symptoms
- Brake warning light
- reduced brake pressure
- SBC pump audible strain
- fault codes for SBC pump
🔍 Possible Causes
- Failed SBC pump motor
- SBC pump reaching cycle limit
- SBC hydraulic unit fault
🛠️ Diagnosis Steps
Read fault codes with Mercedes STAR or compatible reader. SBC pump has a cycle counter — may need reset or replacement.
✅ Most Confirmed Fix
SBC pump replacement or unit rebuild
72% of users confirm this fix worked (29 reports)
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