Mercedes-Benz C 300 years to avoid
The Mercedes-Benz C 300 years to avoid are 2018, 2019 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2026 is the cleanest year on record.
375
Total complaints
41
Recall campaigns
2018–2026
Years covered
2
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
C 300 years to avoid
Every C 300 year
Common questions
What are the worst Mercedes-Benz C 300 years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the C 300 years to avoid are 2018, 2019. The cleanest year on record is 2026.
What is the best year for the Mercedes-Benz C 300?
By complaint volume, 2026 has the cleanest NHTSA record among C 300 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz C 300 have?
Across all model years, the C 300 has 41 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 375 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.