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2025 Mercedes-Benz C 300 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 7 complaints on file for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz C 300 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

7

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2025 compare to other C 300 years?

C 300 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted128 complaints2018: 128 complaints2019: 85 complaints2020: 46 complaints2021: 15 complaints2022: 39 complaints2023: 36 complaints2024: 18 complaints2025: 7 complaints2026: 1 complaints
C 300 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2025 Mercedes-Benz C 300 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance229%
Brakes114%
Electrical System114%
Other114%
Speed Control114%
Body & Structure114%

Does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz C 300 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V281000Electrical SystemMay 1, 2026 · 144,049 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024-2026 AMG GT, C-Class, E-Class, SL, CLE, and GLC vehicles. The infotainment control unit may reset while the vehicle is in motion and cause the instrument panel display to go blank.

Consequence

An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the infotainment control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 29, 2026. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2026050004. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 8, 2026.

25V253000Seat BeltsMay 2, 2025 · 46 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 C 300, and 2023-2024 AMG C 43 vehicles. The driver-side seat belt cover may not be properly installed on the seat belt tensioner, which can cause the seat belt anchor to come loose.

Consequence

A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair the seat belt covers, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025040012.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The 2025 c300 rwd sedan was parked outside for about an hour. After getting back into the car and reversing, the rear camera would not display. The camera/parking interface was activated however there was an error symbol where the camera image is displayed, with a camera crossed through. Restarting…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · June 2, 2026

“The panoramic sunroof unexpectedly shattered while the vehicle was parked in my driveway overnight. There was no collision, impact, weather event, vandalism, or any other external cause that could explain the failure. The damaged sunroof remains available for inspection upon request, and security…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · May 26, 2026

“After driving the 2025 c300 sedan and leaving it parked for an hour or two, I come back to the car and turn it on. Neither the central screen or drivers screen were operable. The engine, interior lighting, sounds, and other systems were working however all the screens were completely dead. The car…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · March 17, 2026

“After driving the 2025 c300 sedan and leaving it parked for an hour or two, I come back to the car and turn it on. Neither the central screen or drivers screen were operable. The engine, interior lighting, sounds, and other systems were working however all the screens were completely dead. The car…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 17, 2026

“The panoramic sunroof unexpectedly shattered while the vehicle was parked in my driveway overnight. There was no collision, impact, weather event, vandalism, or any other external cause that could explain the failure. The damaged sunroof remains available for inspection upon request, and security…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · May 26, 2026

2025 Mercedes-Benz C 300 — common questions

Is the 2025 Mercedes-Benz C 300 reliable?

The record is thin — 7 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz C 300 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2025 Mercedes-Benz C 300. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Mercedes-Benz C 300 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the C 300 years to avoid are 2018, 2019. The cleanest record among C 300 years belongs to 2026.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.