2018 MERCEDES-BENZ C 300 4MATIC
3 recalls — 7 complaints
18V906000 Dec 19, 2018
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 and C300 4MATIC vehicles. The headlights on these vehicles may not be properly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Ref... Read more
Consequence
If the low beam headlight is not properly adjusted, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the setting of the headlights and adjust them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019020008.
18V838000 Nov 27, 2018
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 C300 Cabriolet, C300 Coupe, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C300, C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 4Matic, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C43 AMG Coupe, C63 S AMG Cabriolet, C350e Plug-In Hybrid, C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG Coupe, C63 S AMG Coupe, C63 AMG, C63 S AMG, 2018-2... Read more
Consequence
If the passenger air bag is incorrectly displayed as 'ON' when it is not, a front seat passenger may be unaware that the air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the audio head unit software, free of charge. The recall began January 3, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018120009.
18V608000 Sep 11, 2018
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300, C300 4MATIC, C63 AMG, and C63S AMG vehicles. Incorrect bonding of the rear window may cause the window to loosen and detach from the vehicle.
Consequence
If the window detaches from the vehicle, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will rework the rear window bonding, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 2, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Complaint Statistics
7 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| ENGINE | 2 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| COMMUNICATION | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 23, 2025
Incident date: Aug 23, 2024
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Mustang Mach E. The contact purchased a Nivion Tesla charger adapter and received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25E001000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reas... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 9, 2024
Incident date: Aug 3, 2024
Bought the bike brand new on 8/27/24. Took the motorcycle out for the 1st time on 9/7/24. Upon riding 70 miles, the motor began smoking badly with oil leaking everywhere. The oil saturated the engine, exhaust, foot control, swingarm, and rear tire causing a significant fire and safety hazard.
ENGINE
Apr 23, 2024
Incident date: Apr 23, 2024
i was driving abut 25 miles per hour on [XXX] . i split second my car start shake and rapidly stop . All electronic messages were displayed . My all safety fixtures stop working included air bags. I almost hit other car . Other cars start honk on me . i was able to move slowly to dealer about 5 mil... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 24, 2023
Incident date: Jan 24, 2023
Fuel getting into oil
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 27, 2021
Incident date: May 20, 2021
The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 4matic. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V058000 (Communication, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and stated that the equipment needed to perform ... Read more
COMMUNICATION
May 27, 2021
Incident date: May 20, 2021
The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 4matic. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V058000 (Communication, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and stated that the equipment needed to perform ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Dec 12, 2018
Incident date: Dec 12, 2018
APPARENTLY THERE IS A RECALL SITUATION THAT INCLUDES MY VEHICLE AND MERCEDES BENZ WASN'T ABLE TO SOLVE IT YET. I BOUGHT THE CAR AFTER THE RECALL HAS BEGAN.
MERCEDES-BENZ C 300 4MATIC — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ C 300 4MATIC across all model years (2018–2026).
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Total Recalls
14
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths