2018 MERCEDES-BENZ C 300 Safety Overview
The 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ C 300 has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 18 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Structure:body:roof and pillars
- Electrical system:software
- Exterior lighting:headlights
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as a detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for MERCEDES-BENZ C 300 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, an...
A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 23V854000: A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GL...
A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 22V365000: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mercedes-Benz LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2020 C300, 2019-2020 A220, AMG C43, AMG C63, ...
Incorrectly adjusted headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 21V509000: Incorrectly adjusted headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2020 C300 Coupe, C43 Coupe AMG, C43 AMG,...
The adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 21V197000: The adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 C300, E300, 2018-2020 CLA250, 2020 ...
A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting emergency services through the call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 21V072000: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, ...
Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
NHTSA Recall 21V058000: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2021 C300, 2017-2020 AMG C43, and AMG C6...
If the seat belt does not fully retract, the occupant may find the operation of the seat belt inconvenient and not wear it, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 21V032000: If the seat belt does not fully retract, the occupant may find the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Loss of power from the battery can impair post-crash functions, such as communicating with emergency services and activating hazard lights. The battery may also detach and become a road hazard. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 19V586000: Loss of power from the battery can impair post-crash functions, such as... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 Cabriolet, C3...
If the seatback does not properly lock, in the event of a crash, the seatbacks may fold forward, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 19V130000: If the seatback does not properly lock, in the event of a crash, the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 and C300 4MATIC vehic...
If the low beam headlight is not properly adjusted, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V906000: If the low beam headlight is not properly adjusted, the driver may have... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling one 2018 Mercedes-Benz E400 Coupe and one C300 4Matic...
If the steering connection was not properly locked, the mechanical connection between the steering wheel and steering rack may come loose, reducing steering ability and increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V872000: If the steering connection was not properly locked, the mechanical... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Mercedes Benz C300, 2017-2019 C300 ...
A car that cannot be properly steered has an increased risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V850000: A car that cannot be properly steered has an increased risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 C300 Cabriolet, C300 Coupe, C300 4Matic ...
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.
NHTSA Recall 18V838000: If the passenger air bag is incorrectly displayed as 'ON' when it is not, a... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 4M...
If the battery is shorted, the emergency door unlocking would be deactivated for an outside responder and the short circuit could increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 18V725000: If the battery is shorted, the emergency door unlocking would be... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300, C300 4MATIC, C63 AMG...
If the window detaches from the vehicle, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V608000: If the window detaches from the vehicle, it can become a road hazard... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Mercedes C300 Cabriolet, C300 4Mati...
If the beltline trim were to separate from the vehicle while driving, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V456000: If the beltline trim were to separate from the vehicle while driving, it... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 C43 AMG 4Matic Coupe, C300 Coupe, C...
If the seatback does not properly lock, in the event of a crash, the seatbacks may fold forward, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 18V207000: If the seatback does not properly lock, in the event of a crash, the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.
NHTSA Recall 17V627000: If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.