2013 MERCEDES-BENZ C300

6 recalls — 340 complaints — 89 TSBs

COMMUNICATION

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models... Read more

Consequence

An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-80... Read more

24,226 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014 C250, C300 4Matic, C350, C63 AMG, E350 4Matic Coupe, E350 Cabrio, E350 Coupe, SLS AMG Cabrio, SLS AMG Coupe, 2014-2015 C250 Coupe, C350 4Matic Coupe, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG Coupe, GLK 350, GLK250 BlueTec 4Matic, GLK350 RWD, 2015-2017 E400 4Matic ... Read more

Consequence

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began March 29, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

288,779 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013 C250, C250 Coupe, C350 Coupe 4Matic, C300 4Matic, C350, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG, C63 Coupe, E350 Cabrio, E350 Coupe, E550 Cabrio, E350 Coupe 4Matic, E550 Coupe, GLK350 4Matic, GLK250 Bluetec 4Matic, GLK350, SLS Coupe, SLS AMG GT Coupe, and SLS Roa... Read more

Consequence

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. Mercedes issued an interim notification to owners on February 23, 2018. A second notice will be mailed when remedy parts are available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-36... Read more

132,167 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling these vehicles: 2014-2018 CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, CLA45 AMG 4Matic, 2015-2018 GLA250, GLA250 4Matic, GLA45 AMG 4Matic, C300 4Matic, C63S AMG, 2012-2014 C250, C350, C300 4Matic, E550 4Matic, 2013-2014 C63 AMG, 2012-2015 C250 Coupe, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG Coupe... Read more

Consequence

If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began in December 6, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

495,290 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

STEERING

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2014 C250, C300 4MATIC, GLK250 4MATIC BLUETEC and GLK350 vehicles, 2013 C250 Coupe, C350, C350 4MATIC Coupe, C350 Coupe and C63 AMG Coupe vehicles, and 2013-2015 GLK350 4MATIC vehicles. The steering coupling connecting bolt may have been insu... Read more

Consequence

A loss of steering can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering coupling connecting bolt, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

168 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 AMG GT-S, GLC300, CLA250 and GLE300d 4Matic vehicles, 2013 C250, E350 BlueTec and G63 AMG vehicles, 2008-2014 C300 vehicles, 2013-2014 C300 4Matic and ML350 4Matic vehicles, 2009 C350 vehicles, 2014 CLS550, E350 4Matic, E350 Coupe 4Matic, E350... Read more

Consequence

If the air bags do not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update software in the affected control units, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

51 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Complaint Statistics

340 total complaints 18 crashes 3 fires 12 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
AIR BAGS	99
SUSPENSION	47
STRUCTURE:BODY	33
STEERING	29
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	18
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	18
SERVICE BRAKES	16
ENGINE	12
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL	9
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS	8

Incident date: Oct 21, 2024

The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated with an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine compartment. The Ford App indicated a timing failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The conta... Read more

Incident date: Oct 21, 2024

I am filing this complaint regarding a serious and recurring steering system defect involving my Mercedes-Benz vehicle and Recall Campaign No. 2017120022 (steering column defect). Mercedes-Benz corporate representatives provided conflicting information regarding whether the recall repair was complet... Read more

Incident date: Oct 19, 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable am... Read more

Incident date: Oct 10, 2025

The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was not diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine oil was changed, and the oil warning light was ... Read more

Incident date: Aug 1, 2024

We own a Ford Expedition 2020. In 2023, we started noticing jerky, harsh, and aggressive “slips” when the vehicle was trying to change gears - upon multiple occasions. But, in 2024, we experienced three, major, different instances - all were extremely scary and it was miraculous they didn’t ca... Read more

Incident date: Aug 7, 2025

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. T... Read more

Incident date: Aug 7, 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally loud knocking sound coming from the front and rear of the vehicle. The contact was informed that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering);... Read more

Incident date: Mar 15, 2025

The braking system of my 2023 Genesis GV70 has exhibited recurring failures, specifically the brake pedal and the ABS module. Since February 2025, the vehicle had ongoing brake pedal issues that required approximately 30 days of repair, during which the ABS module was replaced on April 24, 2025. The... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Jul 12, 2024

I changed my brakes, and caliper myself because it was time for my brakes, and the caliper was hard to get off, so I replaced it. It felt like my brakes were still sticking, I took it to three repair shops and they couldn’t figure out what was wrong. Finally I took it to a repair shop because my b... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Mar 31, 2025

The check engine light is on in my 2019 SLC (only 42K miles) and the car is emitting a lot of smoke from the exhaust pipe and it is hesitating while driving it. I almost got rear ended. I took it to the dealership and the fault code comes back as: P052E71 - The valve crankcase ventilation has a malf... Read more

Incident date: Sep 15, 2024

The contact owns a 2022 Honda Civic. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V744000 (STEERING) and 23V704000 (STEERING); however, the parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated while driving at 35 MPH, the steering wheel failed to respond. There... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Nov 1, 2024

The contact owns a 2012 Peterbilt 587. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact was unaware of a warning light being illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road where the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to West Truck Services Center,... Read more

Incident date: Dec 4, 2024

The contact owns a 2014 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and running, the doors automatically locked with her children inside the vehicle. The contact stated that the spare key failed to unlock the doors. The contact sought assistance from a locksmith to unlock th... Read more

Incident date: Nov 1, 2024

The back up lights when in reverse at night are inadequate to safely back the vehicle up. This is true whether one is using the rear window and rearview mirrors or one is using the back up camera. No more than 10 feet of area behind the vehicle can be seen by using these lights.

Incident date: Feb 18, 2025

The car consistently has issues with the rear view camera failing when reversing with a warning stating "Camera is Temporarily Unavailable." When backing up the camera sometimes stutters, making it impossible to notice a person or object until it's too late and then it fails completely to a black s... Read more

Incident date: Feb 18, 2025

Oil light keeps coming on suddenly, I looked online and there are many people who have had the same issue. It's only intermittent, and turns off when moving and turns on when idle. The first time it came on was when I was crawling on a first time in forever frozen Alabama road. I was very careful no... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Sep 10, 2024

While sitting at a light, the vehicle would completely turn off! I put the vehicle in park and attempt to restart it. After several attempts, the vehicle would turn on and work properly. This happened to me on 2 occasions. The first time it happened was [XXX]. (My son and I were on the way to churc... Read more

Incident date: Sep 10, 2024

Rapid Delamination and paint peeling of front bumper. There are so many Kia Forte owners experiencing this same issue for it not to be recognized and resolved by now. Please help us. It’s not right.

Incident date: Sep 10, 2024

On several instances of breaking, my 2013 Mercedes Benz C300 pulls hard to the right and becomes very unstable. I assumed it was a brake problem by the way the car drove. I took it to my mechanic, who immediately identified the rear subframe had rusted so much that a control arm had broken loose f... Read more

Incident date: Jan 1, 2024

The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V263000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amoun... Read more

Incident date: Jun 26, 2024

The contact owns a 2015 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving 35-40 MPH, the vehicle started wiggling and wobbling abnormally. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road, where he noticed that the outer rear wheel had separated from the vehicle. Additionally, the contact noticed that ... Read more

Incident date: May 20, 2024

The contact owns a 2018 Genesis G80. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The contact called Roadside Assistance, who arrived and restarted the vehicle. The contact used a boost charger to start the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The trunk opened message was... Read more

Incident date: Mar 15, 2024

The ABS controller on my truck has gone out for the second time. where do i take it to get RAM to fix this issue this? i paid out of pocket for this repair the first time. please advise.

Incident date: Mar 15, 2024

The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while pulling into a parking space and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that she depressed the brake pedal but the vehicle failed to respond. The... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Mar 15, 2024

The ABS controller on my truck has gone out for the second time. where do i take it to get RAM to fix this issue this? i paid out of pocket for this repair the first time. please advise.

Incident date: Mar 7, 2024

The ABS (anti-lock braking system) and EBS (electronic braking system) failed in the fall of 2023. I was told by the dealer that a new part could be ordered on 21-FEB-24. On 21-FEB-24, a new bulletin was released that indicated a new part could be ordered in JUN-24. This is ridiculous. When are ... Read more

Incident date: Feb 27, 2024

Transmission will not go in to Park when stopped, Truck will roll away if parked on grade. Dealer reports no recall on this Transmission. Has not been inspected by anyone at this time. No warning lights ,before or after problem started. Problem start about 6 month ago, at about 18,000 miles

Incident date: Feb 27, 2024

Driver's side window trim piece (which includes keyless entry keypad) detached from vehicle while driving 70+ mph & smacked several times against driver's side window before busting off. Bottom part is attached by wires (for keyless entry pad) & continued to smack against the window several times be... Read more

Incident date: Jan 1, 2024

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V380000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that t... Read more

Incident date: Jan 1, 2024

turbo feed pipe, high pressure fuel line, oil feedline gaskets, oil return line gaskets, turbo oil feed line. problems started happening in 2016 with turbo. 2020-2024 seem to be having problems with turbo lines and oil lines and nothing seems to be connected. in 2020 something happened and lost oil ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 1, 2023

Even though Kia recalled my vehicle because of possible fire risk, they do not arrange the remedy in a timely manner. The recall is open since September and I have to park my car outside, and have to drive it with fire risk. My complaint is for “delay of remedy”

Incident date: Oct 5, 2022

I have a 2017 GMC Acadia with what I call a "Shift to Park" issue. This originally showed up with about 27,XXX miles on the car. It was repaired by the dealer on 9/25/2019. It worked perfectly until it started back up about six weeks or so ago with approximately 57,XXX miles on the car. I was to... Read more

Incident date: Dec 19, 2023

Transmission is very laggy when stepping on gas pedal causing late takeoffs. It may damage internals. Also very hard shifting at certain speeds

Incident date: Dec 19, 2023

The ESP®, or Electronic Stability Control system can put the car into limp mode unexpectedly. Say you are driving on route 66 going 50 mph. The ESP system can turn off if a wheel speed sensor or yaw sensor is on the way out. This causes the car to suddenly dramatically brake and limit speed to 5 mp... Read more

Incident date: Dec 19, 2023

The abs light blinks and sounder beeps on and off intermittently while driving and the cruise control does not stay functioning when this occurs.

Incident date: Nov 24, 2023

Vehicle stopped and is not operational. Dealer stated that the generator went out. Part is not available due to this problem occuring on so many vehicles. Vehicle has been in the shop since late, October it is now November 28th and still no ETA on part arrival or repair completion.

Incident date: Sep 27, 2023

Dealer has reported rear subframe if broken. I googled this and found recall 03v153000 which seems applicable but subaru says it does not apply to my car. Problem description seems identical.

Incident date: Aug 31, 2023

TELURIDE 2021 OWNERS MANUEL, PAGE 5-64, 5-63 AND THE KIA” FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS GUIDE. “PAGE 15, SHOWS DIRECTIONS FOR USING THE FCA, OR FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE. BUT THERE IS NO SUCH SAFEY OPTION IN THE CAR. FURTHER THE DRIVERS ASSIST - - - FORWARD SAFETY OPTION, SHOW IN THE OWNERS MANUE... Read more

Incident date: Aug 7, 2023

No complete failure has happened as I chose to not drive the vehicle as I feel it is unsafe. The rear trailing arm body mounts rust to a point that I feel the structural integrity is compromised. At first glance the mount appears intact but after tapping lightly with a small hammer pieces of the mou... Read more

Incident date: Aug 3, 2023

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Escape. The contact stated that when starting the vehicle, it would vibrate and shake. The starter would fail to successfully start the vehicle intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that coolant leaking into the engine causing the engine to fa... Read more

Incident date: Jul 31, 2023

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while reversing, the back-over prevention camera went blank. The contact shifted into the drive and the screen started rebooting independently. The contact stated that after turning off and restarting the vehicle, the instrument panel started f... Read more

Incident date: Jun 9, 2023

My vehicle stalled abruptly as I came to a stop while driving on a slope. Shortly afterward I determined that this was caused by a loose battery terminal; the battery had been replaced a day earlier. This much was the fault of the mechanic, not the manufacturer. My complaint is with respect to the s... Read more

Incident date: Jun 9, 2023

The driver's side door stopped latching today. Obviously, driving a car with a door that does not latch is a serious issue!

Incident date: Jun 22, 2023

On March 10, 2023, the electrical power steering unit on this vehicle failed. The vehicle was returned to us on March 17, 2023. On March 27, 2023 the power steering again failed on this vehicle after 400 miles of driving. We received the vehicle several days later after the repair. On June 22, 2023,... Read more

Incident date: Jun 22, 2023

I was driving on the interstate on June 7, 2023 heading to work doing the speed limit of 60 MPH and all of a sudden the check engine light came on and a message stated "Engine Power Reduced" and the engine literally dropped engine power immediately and thankfully there was nobody right behind me and... Read more

Incident date: Jun 1, 2022

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle began to vibrate and the brake pedal was depressed to gain control of the vehicle however it failed. The vehicle began bouncing and the front passenger’s side tire exploded. The contact sustained injuries to h... Read more

1 injured

Incident date: Apr 28, 2023

A recall has been made on May 10, 2023 for the driver's airbag deployment and the possibly of death being caused by metal pieces flying into the person driving. Recall has been made, yet parts are not available. I am very concerned of injury or death in the event of an accident.

Incident date: Oct 12, 2022

Severe transmission slippage/failure at all speeds. Gear disengages randomly during acceleration. No Ford dealer wants to take the responsibility to repair or fix it. Per the dealers, the computer doesn’t log the occurrences. Hard to believe that and hard to believe there is a major class action... Read more

Incident date: Mar 21, 2023

My vehicle has been making very odd noises, the steering wheel keeps looking off center and the car is kicking/fishtailing at times without warning. Our mechanic has looked at the car SEVERAL times and finally discovered that the sub frame is completely rusted out and broken. We were told not to d... Read more

Incident date: Mar 11, 2023

PIRELLI Scorpion Zero AllSeason Elect 255/40 R20. Rear passenger tire developed a bulge in the sidewall due to manufacturer defect that led to a blowout while driving at highway speeds. Tire was less than two months old (as was the vehicle) with just over 2,000 miles on it. Never had any curb ... Read more

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Technical Service Bulletins — 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ C300

89 manufacturer communications from 68 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	17
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE	6
350000 EQUIPMENT	6
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	4
100000 POWER TRAIN	4
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL	4
220000 SEATS	4
010000 STEERING	4

162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

As previously reported, to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a Settlement regarding claims relating to alleg

160000 STRUCTURE

220000 SEATS

Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ??A?A? Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ??A?A? Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.g. seat bel

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has extended the warranty for the rear subframe on the vehicles listed below, from the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty of 4 years/50,000 miles to 20 years/unlimited miles, and applies to the vehicle reg

160000 STRUCTURE

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

160000 STRUCTURE

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Complaint The garage door hand transmitter cannot be initialized with the integrated garage door opener in the inside rearview mirror. Cause 1. The integrated garage door opener (GDO) is not compatible with the opening system installed

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Complaint The range of the integrated garage door opener (GTO) is too short. Cause 1. Vehicles equipped with infrared windows and/or a heated windshield may suffer from complaints involving low transmission power. 2. When comparing the

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

After starting the engine, the instrument cluster shows the "EBD not available, diagnosis/test stand" message in yellow.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

After starting the engine, the instrument cluster shows the "EBD not available, diagnosis/test stand" message in yellow.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Mercedes-Benz AG (?MBAG?), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that on certain Model Year (?MY?) 2013-2017 B-Class, C-Class, CLA-Class, CLS-Class, E-Class, G-Class, GL-Class, GLA-Class, GLC-Class, GLE-Class, GLK-Class, GLS-Cla

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NTG5.5: Incorrect time shown on instrument cluster, COMAND display, and analog clock

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

NTG5.5: Incorrect time shown on instrument cluster, COMAND display, and analog clock

251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)

If the customer brakes sharply from a speed of > 30mph, without ABS intervention, there is a single cracking noise from the area of the ESP hydraulic unit

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

If the customer brakes sharply from a speed of > 30mph, without ABS intervention, there is a single cracking noise from the area of the ESP hydraulic unit

120000 LIGHTING (PWS)

Lamp unit fogged or droplets forming. Due to the vent openings, the lamp unit is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases can penetrate it. This can result in deposits on the diffuser and lens. Che

350000 EQUIPMENT

121100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES

350000 EQUIPMENT

To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a settlement regarding claims relating to alleged mold and mildew type

100000 POWER TRAIN

Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of rear axle

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of front axle

020000 SUSPENSION

Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of front axle

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update engine electronics (ME-SFI) control unit software

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Update engine electronics (ME-SFI) control unit software

150000 SEAT BELTS

Seat belt extender toothed rack sluggish or makes noises

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Check Engine Light is on with DTC P030185/ P030685 for misfire cylinder 1 and 6.

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Oil in engine wiring harness

121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Headlamps fogged.

353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES

"Anti-theft protection activated".

140000 AIR BAGS

Recall Campaign announcement for Takata driver airbags.

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

XENTRY (DAIMLER): STORED IN ENGINE CONTROL UNIT ARE FAULTS RELATING TO THROTTLE VALVE ACTUATOR AND/OR OXYGEN SENSOR DUE TO OCCASIONAL TRANSITION RESISTANCE AT CONTACTS, CAUSING ENGINE DIAGNOSIS WARNING LAMP TO BE INACTIVE. MODEL ALL.

021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT

Clunking noise from front axle suspension strut or rear axle shock absorber on short strokes of the damper

021400 SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT

Clunking noise from front axle suspension strut or rear axle shock absorber on short strokes of the damper

022400 SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER

Clunking noise from front axle suspension strut or rear axle shock absorber on short strokes of the damper

016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Red display message in instrument cluster "Power Steering Malfunction - See Owner's Manual"

015000 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Red display message in instrument cluster "Power Steering Malfunction - See Owner's Manual"

220000 SEATS

The pneumatic 4-way lumbar support fails. Lumbar support pockets cannot be filled up or they drain.

220000 SEATS

Noises from flat spring core in backrest

220000 SEATS

Pneumatic comfort systems with insufficient performance, entirely inoperative or leaky.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

XENTRY (MERCEDES): AFTER ENGINE HAS STARTED, SEVERAL ISSUES OCCURS, AN ACOUSTIC WARNING SOUNDS IS HEARD, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAYS WARNING MESSAGE POWER STEERING MALFUNCTION, SERVICE REQUIRED. STEERING SYSTEM IS SLUGGISH. MODEL 117

150000 SEAT BELTS

XENTRY (MERCEDES): DUE TO UNDERVOLTAGE AT ENGINE START, THERE IS AN INTERRUPTION OF SEAT BELT ADJUSTMENT SEQUENCE AND AN AUDIBLE RELEASE NOISE IS HEARD AFTER ABORTING SEQUENCE. *PE

010000 STEERING

350000 EQUIPMENT

A production fault means that the telematics DVD A 166 827 14 00 cannot be used. Because of this the previous telematics DVDs A 204 827 03 65 and A 204 827 10 65 must continue to be used for control unit programming. If required, these are

350000 EQUIPMENT

Apple products (iPhone or iPod) are not charged via the serial USB interface of the COMAND Online control unit (A40/3) in the stowage compartment of the center console.

116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

350000 EQUIPMENT

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

114400 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

XENTRY (MERCEDES): THE FUSE AND RELAY BOXES (SRB) IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT OR REAR COMPARTMENT HAS A MALFUNCTION AND DISRUPTIONS TO COMMUNICATION PATHS CAUSING A NO START IN VEHICLE. MODEL 2012-2013 204, 207, 212, 218, 231, 246, 176, 117, 1

100000 POWER TRAIN

The vehicle cannot be started The vehicle may start by itself shortly after the startup attempt with a delay, as the relay can be late closing. and/or The gear selection is displayed, but no gear is engaged. Gear selection is not possibl

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Battery discharged, vehicle does not start.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Engine diagnosis warning lamp active. Fault code 20BE1B and/or 20BD1B (The heating element of the AdBlue tank has a malfunction) is logged in the Blue-Tec control unit.

010000 STEERING

Creaking noise when making vertical or longitudinal adjustment to electrical steering column

100000 POWER TRAIN

Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). Heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa)

010000 STEERING

Fault code U41600 logged in 'ES' (electric steering) control unit after software update or steering gear replacement. Note: Fault code U41600 means: Implausible data were received from the control unit "Traction system". This fault code

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

XENTRY (MERCEDES): THE SIDE MARKERS CONTINUOUSLY LIGHTS UP, DUE TO DAMAGED ESD OF DRIVER CIRCUITRY SIDE MARKER OUTPUT. *PE

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Engine diagnosis warning lamp active. Fault code 20BE1B and/or 20BD1B (The heating element of the AdBlue tank has a malfunction) is logged in the Blue-Tec control unit.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This Customer 1 Action has been initiated because certain mbrace subscribers were recently contacted by mbrace informing them that they need to have an i-button call performed to ensure their mbrace device has registered with the Verizon

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The key is not recognized in the electronic ignition switch, the vehicle cannot be started and/or the automatic transmission may perform an "Automatic P function" at speeds below 6 km/h.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up - Fault code entry (FC) 14A600 or 14A700

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Service Campaign has been initiated because Daimler AG (DAG), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that the mbrace software does not correspond to current production configuration. An authorized Mercedes-Benz deal

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

MERCEDES: SOFTWARE FAILS TO CORRESPOND, ON SOME VEHICLES, TO CURRENT PRODUCTION CONFIGURATION. MODEL 2013 166 (ML), X166 (GL), 204 (C), X204 (GLK), 207 (E-COUPE), 212 (E), 218 (CLS), 231 (SL). *PE

160000 STRUCTURE

This Service Campaign has been initiated because Daimler AG (DAG), manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that the seam seal at the spare tire well may not be to specification. To correct this condition, an authorized Merced

198000 TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

XENTRY (MERCEDES): BETWEEN STEERING COLUMN TUBE SWITCH MODULE AND INTERIOR WIRING HARNESS, THERE IS CONTACT AND INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LIGHTS UP WITH SRS LAMP DISPLAYED. MODEL 2013 117 CLA, 242, 246. *PE

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

350000 EQUIPMENT

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

XENTRY (MERCEDES): CONTROL UNITS INSTALLED, UNDER DRIVER/FRONT PASSENGER SEAT, HAS WATER ENTERING TRAY, CAUSED BY CONDENSATION HOSE OF A/C HOUSING BEING EITHER DISLOCATED, PINCHED, CRUSHED OR LEAKING. MODEL ALL. *PE

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The Parktronic system switches to malfunction. The driver notices a fault message (4 red LEDs and 2 sec continuous signal). The following fault codes are stored in the PTS control unit (N62): A23400 - Rear PARKTRONIC warning element 1 ha

021244 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE

XENTRY (MERCEDES): WITH STEERING AT FULL LOCK, NOISE CAN BE HEARD, LIKE KNOCKING AND/OR CREAKING, COMING FROM AREA OF FRONT AXLE WHEN MANEUVERING. MODELS 203 (C240, 320, 32, 230), 171 (SLK350, 55, 280), 209 (CLK 320, 500, 55, 63), 204 (C3

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

"SOS mbrace service not activated".

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Software update of COMAND Online control unit.

016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

XENTRY (MERCEDES): RED DISPLAY MESSAGE IN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER POWER STEERING MALFUNCTION AND STEERING ASSISTANCE IS REDUCED, CHECK IMMEDIATELY THE OWNER'S MANUAL AFTER ENGINE START. MODEL 207, 204, 212, 231. NO MODEL YEAR.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Mobile phone cotacts are not transferred completely.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The COMAND unit does not start or the display remains dark.

100000 POWER TRAIN

FC 2783 (Friction power of torque converter lockup clutch is too high) or FC 0741 (Actuation of torque converter lockup clutch not possible) stored in transmission control unit. One possible additional customer complaint could be "poor acce

010000 STEERING

Single, throttle lift-off, clunking noise from the side shaft when starting off (audible at the wheel). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa).

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Customer experiences low battery conditions, resulting in jump starts, and eventually requiring battery replacement.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine diagnosis warning lamp activated. Fault code P045600 "Very fine leak" or P044200 "Fine leak" stored in engine control unit.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Fault message in display - Right rear turn signal light inoperative

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The COMAND unit does not start or the COMAND display remains dark. The COMAND unit cannot be operated. Note: The problem disappears after a lengthy idle period (>6h) or after interrupting the power supply (circuit 30).

130000 VISIBILITY

Outside mirror fogged.

190000 TIRES

Model X204 (GLK 250 BT) with AMG Styling Package 321. Model Year 2013 Install Tire Fit Kit, Replace Monroney Label

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Engine does not start, or various fault messages in instrument cluster immediately after engine start and servo assistance is reduced. The following display messages may appear: - Red message "Power Steering Malfunction - See Operator's M

103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

MERCEDES: THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DO NOT MEET INTERNAL SPECIFICATIONS, IN SOME VEHICLES, THAT CAUSES, IN SOME CASES, THE TRANSMISSION TO MAKE NOISES AND NEED TO HAVE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION REPLACED. MODELS 2011 204 (C SERIES), X204(C S

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

XENTRY (MERCEDES): DISPLAYED IN MULTIFUNCTION "LANE KEEPING ASSIST IS INOPERATIVE AND ACTIVE LANE KEEPING ASSIST IS INOPERATIVE" WHEN DRIVING OVER LANE MARKING. MODELS 204 (C300, 350, 63, 250). *PE

NHTSA Safety Investigations — MERCEDES-BENZ C300

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

DP — Closed — Model Year: 2015

C300 Wrist-pin allegation

In a letter dated April 29, 2022, Mr. Sergio Betancourt (the petitioner) submitted a petition attributing engine failure of his 2015 Mercedes-Benz C300 to “wrong sized wrist-pins” and asserted that these were prevalent on all Mercedes-Benz models (including the Metris minivan, GLC300, and C300) ... equipped with a version of the M274 engine. The petition cited Mercedes Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) LI03.10-P-060916 (meant for the 2015 C300) and postulated that the “wrong-sized wrist pin” would allow the piston to “wiggle in the cylinder as it would move up and down”. In addition to the Mercedes-Benz TSB, the petitioner enclosed a service center repair estimate and images of other online submissions discussing the M274 engine. In the incident that prompted the petition, the petitioner reported that the vehicle lost power and shook in response to accelerator application during highway driving, followed by white smoke from the exhaust pipe. The petitioner stated that the subsequent service center visit led to a cracked piston diagnosis. The service record from this visit prescribed an engine teardown to localize the failure and characterize any resulting engine damage and listed a number of repair options that included replacement of one piston, four pistons, or the entire engine long block (depending on the level of damage suffered). TSB LI03.10-P-060916 (“TSB”) was first released on February 27, 2015 and pertained to Engine Code 274.920. It cited the following complaint condition: “Clattering/rattling or knocking noise from the crank assembly of the engine when cold at oil temperatures up to approximately 50°C mostly heard on engine deceleration” and listed the cause as under analysis. The TSB gave further instructions on the collection of information and discouraged the replacement of any components. On September 21, 2015, TSB Version 4 introduced engine build clean points (March 27, 2015 or April 20, 2015 depending on the engine plant); cause: unfavorable tolerance of the piston wrist pin resulting in enlarge end float of the connecting rod in the piston; and remedy: compare the complaint vehicle sound to an enclosed sound file under various operating conditions and then if verified, replace the pistons, connecting rods, and bearings, using updated pistons that include updated wrist pins. A review of the petitioner’s vehicle service history indicates that this labor operation was performed in March of 2016. In its November 22, 2022 response to ODI's September 28, 2022 Information Request (IR) letter, Mercedes stated that the limited number of potentially affected wrist pins could contribute to an unintended noise, but pose no motor vehicle safety risk. ODI's analysis of the field data furnished with the Mercedes IR response and within its own Vehicle Owners Questionnaire (VOQ) database support this assertion, finding no relationship between wrist-pin conditions cited in the TSB and engine failure or loss of motive power. Broader searches of both data sources for engine stalling related to engine durability identified no trends meriting further investigation. After conducting a technical review of the petitioner’s submissions, the vehicle history of the petitioner's vehicle, Mercedes TSB—LI03.10-P-060916, information provided by Mercedes-Benz in response to the Agency's Information Request, and data within its own files; NHTSA has concluded that there is insufficient evidence to pursue a formal investigation. Accordingly, the Agency has denied the petition. NHTSA will continue to review any new information or incidents as they are submitted to the Agency. A Federal Register Notice (FRN) further detailing NHTSA's reasons for denial of the petition will be published in the future. The petition and its attachments can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under reference ODI number 11450360.Read more

MERCEDES-BENZ C300 — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ C300 across all model years (2008–2017).

83 Total Recalls

4,921 Total Complaints

1 Investigations

180 Reported Crashes

106 Reported Fires

1 Reported Deaths

MERCEDES-BENZ C300 — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2017	15	286	View
2016	13	368	View
2015	11	511	View
2014	5	120	View
2013 (current)	6	340
2012	6	333	View
2011	6	585	View
2010	6	593	View
2009	8	843	View
2008	7	942	View

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Model	Recalls	Complaints
GLA 250	1,219	416	View
GLC 300	1,143	568	View
GLE 350	1,116	311	View
C 300	1,074	360	View
AMG GLS63	963	12	View
AMG C43	944	74	View
CLA 250	923	130	View
AMG GLC43	920	42	View

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