Mercedes-Benz C Class recalls and problems
4 recalls and 105 owner complaints for 8 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
4
Complaints
105
Crashes reported
6
Fires reported
6
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Mercedes-Benz C Class by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 C Class | 1 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2006 C Class | 2 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 C Class | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 C Class | 1 | 15 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 2003 C Class | 0 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2002 C Class | 0 | 31 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 C Class | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 C Class | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Mercedes-Benz C Class problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 33 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 16 | |
| Power Train | 13 | |
| Tires | 12 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 11 | |
| Seats | 10 | |
| Air Bags | 8 | |
| Visibility | 7 | |
| Suspension | 7 | |
| Unknown or Other | 6 |
All Mercedes-Benz C Class recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08V-303 | Jul 7, 2008 | 2005–2006 | Electrical System | Mercedes-benz is recalling my 2006-2008 m-class, r-class, my 2005-2009 slk-class, my 2005-2008 c-class, my 2003-2004 and 2006-2008 clk-class, my 2003-2008 e-class, my 2004 and 2008 cl-class, my 2008 cls-class, my 2004… |
| 07V-465 | Oct 3, 2007 | 2008 | Seat Belts | Certain vehicles fail to comply with some of the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 05V-560 | Dec 20, 2005 | 2005–2006 | Air Bags | Certain passenger vehicles equipped with sport model steering wheels fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 03V-534 | Dec 19, 2003 | 2004 | Seat Belts | On certain passenger vehicles, some seat belt buckles may have a burr on a metal component of the locking mechanism. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Mercedes-Benz C Class?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2002 Mercedes-Benz C Class has the most reports (31). Check the 2002 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz C Class have?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls covering Mercedes-Benz C Class model years 2004–2006, 2008.
What are the most common Mercedes-Benz C Class problems?
Owners report electrical system, engine and engine cooling, power train problems most often.