Mercedes-Benz C300 recalls

26 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

Latest recalls

23V854000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcStructure recallPlease refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details.Body & latchesFree replacement2,976unitsDec 202321V961000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcFuel System, Gasoline recallDuring the manufacturing process, particles may have been trapped between the fuel rail and injectors, which can cause a fuel leak.Fuel systemFree replacement139unitsDec 202121V197000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcStructure recallThe front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle…Body & latchesFree repair15KunitsMar 202121V058000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcCommunication recallPlease refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details.ElectricalOver-the-air update1.3MunitsFeb 202120V298000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Air Bags recallAn incorrect replacement front passenger air bag may have been installed.Air bagsFree replacement640unitsMay 202019V787000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Communication recallFor a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf.ElectricalOver-the-air update24KunitsNov 201919V010000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Air Bags recallMercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014 C250, C300 4Matic, C350, C63 AMG, E350 4Matic Coupe, E350 Cabrio, E350…Air bagsFree replacement289KunitsJan 201918V850000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Steering recallA locknut in the steering rack may break under high load, possibly causing the steering to become stuck in one position.Steering & suspensionFree replacement6,373unitsNov 201818V043000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Air Bags recallMercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013 C250, C250 Coupe, C350 Coupe 4Matic, C300 4Matic, C350, C350 Coupe, C63…Air bagsFree replacement132KunitsJan 201817V627000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Air Bags recallThe driver's air bag may unexpectedly deploy due to insufficient grounding of the steering components if an electrostatic…Air bagsFree repair495KunitsOct 201717V252000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Steering recallThe steering coupling connecting bolt may have been insufficiently tightened, possibly resulting in a loss of steering.Steering & suspensionFree repair168unitsApr 201717V243000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Steering recallThe electrical contacts for the power steering electric motor may not have been properly welded, possibly resulting in a loss of…Steering & suspensionFree replacement3unitsApr 201717V177000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Air Bags recallVarious control units on these vehicles may have been updated with incorrect software, potentially affecting the correct…Air bagsFree software update51unitsMar 201717V114000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Electrical System recallIn the event that the engine or transmission cannot turn over, the starting current limiter may overheat from the repeated…ElectricalFree repair308KunitsFeb 201717V017000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Air Bags recallThese vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used…Air bagsFree replacement104KunitsJan 201716V603000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Electronic Stability Control (esc) recallThe affected vehicles may be equipped with an Electronic Stability Program (ESP) control unit that may have been damaged before…Brakes & stabilityFree replacement62unitsAug 201616V438000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Steering recallIn the affected vehicles, the electric power steering assist system may shutdown due to a software error.Steering & suspensionFree software update17unitsJun 201616V363000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Air Bags recallThese vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used…Air bagsFree replacement258KunitsMay 201616V087000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Visibility recallThe affected vehicles may be equipped with a panoramic sunroof that may not be properly bonded, allowing the glass to detach and…Camera, lights & visibilityFree repair53unitsFeb 201616V081000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Air Bags recallUpon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.Air bagsFree replacement711KunitsFeb 201615V845000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Steering recallDue to an error in the electric power steering control unit software, the affected vehicles may have a loss of electric power…Steering & suspensionFree software update28KunitsDec 201515V138000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallIn the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may be improperly secured to the fuel tank.Fuel systemFree repair3,039unitsMar 201515V087000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Exterior Lighting recallMercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015 C300 and C400 vehicles manufactured from June 18, 2014…Camera, lights & visibilityReplacement9,137unitsFeb 201514V598000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Steering recallIf the steering coupling interlock mechanism is not locked in place, the sliding shaft, which is part of the steering column…Steering & suspensionFree repair11KunitsSep 201414V177000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Exterior Lighting recallIn the affected vehicles, a poor electrical ground connection may result in the dimming or failure of the tail lights.Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement253KunitsApr 201412V557000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallDue to an irregularity stemming from the molding process of the fuel filter flange, the fuel filter flange may crack when…Fuel systemFree replacement5,800unitsDec 2012