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Active Recalls (8)

25V253000 May 2, 2025 SEAT BELTS:FRONT

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 c...

24V446000 Jun 14, 2024 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 C 300 vehicles. The bolt securing the electrical wire to the pre-fuse box could be improperly tightened, causing the wire to overheat. M...

23V880000 Dec 21, 2023 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehic...

23V462000 Jun 30, 2023 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 C300 and 2023 AMG C43 vehicles. The transmission wiring harness may be the incorrect length, which can result in harness damage and a los...

23V463000 Jun 30, 2023 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 C300 and 2023 AMG C43 vehicles. The ground connections for the electrical wiring harness may not be secured properly, which can result in...

23V445000 Jun 26, 2023 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle d...

22V678000 Sep 12, 2022 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 C300 vehicles. Moisture accumulation in the trunk may leak into the signal acquisition module (SAM), causing an electrical short circuit.

22V189000 Mar 25, 2022 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, EClass Coupe/Convertible, CLS, AMG GT 4-doors Coupe, and EQS vehicles with a heated leather steering wheel....

Complaints

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Nov 19, 2025 Fuel/propulsion System

1. The vehicle experienced a fuel injector failure, which is part of the engine fuel delivery system. This failure appears connected to an open Fuel System Control Unit Software Update Recall (Campaign 2024080006) that has been open since May 2024 but was not performed on my vehicle, despite the veh...

Nov 19, 2025 Vehicle Speed Control

1. The vehicle experienced a fuel injector failure, which is part of the engine fuel delivery system. This failure appears connected to an open Fuel System Control Unit Software Update Recall (Campaign 2024080006) that has been open since May 2024 but was not performed on my vehicle, despite the veh...

Nov 19, 2025 Fuel/propulsion System

1. The vehicle experienced a fuel injector failure, which is part of the engine fuel delivery system. This failure appears connected to an open Fuel System Control Unit Software Update Recall (Campaign 2024080006) that has been open since May 2024 but was not performed on my vehicle, despite the veh...

Nov 19, 2025 Vehicle Speed Control

1. The vehicle experienced a fuel injector failure, which is part of the engine fuel delivery system. This failure appears connected to an open Fuel System Control Unit Software Update Recall (Campaign 2024080006) that has been open since May 2024 but was not performed on my vehicle, despite the veh...

Mar 31, 2025 Seat Belts

Passenger seat belt doesn’t lock properly sometimes comes out and is very hard to put in on entry of vehicle

Mar 31, 2025 Seat Belts

Passenger seat belt doesn’t lock properly sometimes comes out and is very hard to put in on entry of vehicle

Mar 11, 2025 Back Over Prevention

All on a sudden the entire screen goes blank. It has happened at least 4 times and each time the service center does some patching and it works for a few month. When it happens, all the safety features are off including reverse camera. Also, no way to set the temperature or turn of the AC. In both c...

Mar 11, 2025 Back Over Prevention

All on a sudden the entire screen goes blank. It has happened at least 4 times and each time the service center does some patching and it works for a few month. When it happens, all the safety features are off including reverse camera. Also, no way to set the temperature or turn of the AC. In both c...

Dec 2, 2024 Back Over Prevention

When starting vehicle, center screen of vehicle was completely off and dark. Moreover, with this screen being off, you are not able to control any of the vehicle functions such as AC, Maps, Radio, Rear Camera, etc. On the other hand, on the digital speedometer screen, a warning message states "Blind...

Dec 2, 2024 Lane Departure

When starting vehicle, center screen of vehicle was completely off and dark. Moreover, with this screen being off, you are not able to control any of the vehicle functions such as AC, Maps, Radio, Rear Camera, etc. On the other hand, on the digital speedometer screen, a warning message states "Blind...

Dec 2, 2024 Back Over Prevention

When starting vehicle, center screen of vehicle was completely off and dark. Moreover, with this screen being off, you are not able to control any of the vehicle functions such as AC, Maps, Radio, Rear Camera, etc. On the other hand, on the digital speedometer screen, a warning message states "Blind...

Dec 2, 2024 Back Over Prevention

When starting vehicle, center screen of vehicle was completely off and dark. Moreover, with this screen being off, you are not able to control any of the vehicle functions such as AC, Maps, Radio, Rear Camera, etc. On the other hand, on the digital speedometer screen, a warning message states "Blind...

Dec 2, 2024 Lane Departure

When starting vehicle, center screen of vehicle was completely off and dark. Moreover, with this screen being off, you are not able to control any of the vehicle functions such as AC, Maps, Radio, Rear Camera, etc. On the other hand, on the digital speedometer screen, a warning message states "Blind...

Dec 2, 2024 Back Over Prevention

When starting vehicle, center screen of vehicle was completely off and dark. Moreover, with this screen being off, you are not able to control any of the vehicle functions such as AC, Maps, Radio, Rear Camera, etc. On the other hand, on the digital speedometer screen, a warning message states "Blind...

Jun 3, 2024 Electrical System

The electronic system, specifically the battery, failed and it is available for inspection upon request. The persistent battery drain caused the vehicle to become inoperable multiple times, including an incident where I was stranded 200 miles from home with my wife and dog, posing significant safety...

Jun 3, 2024 Electrical System

The electronic system, specifically the battery, failed and it is available for inspection upon request. The persistent battery drain caused the vehicle to become inoperable multiple times, including an incident where I was stranded 200 miles from home with my wife and dog, posing significant safety...

Apr 29, 2024 Structure 6,000 mi

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that the seal had detached from the driver’s side front door. The contact stated that due to the failure, water entered the driver’s seat causing a short circuit in the elec...

Apr 29, 2024 Structure 6,000 mi

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that the seal had detached from the driver’s side front door. The contact stated that due to the failure, water entered the driver’s seat causing a short circuit in the elec...

Apr 26, 2024 Unknown Or Other

I am attempting to submit a complaint against the Mercedes-Benz product and other auto manufacturers that follow this process. Mercedes provides no spare tire so this has been replaced by a "fix a flat" system that you can presumably use stop a tire air leak and then drive to a shop for repair. Th...

Apr 26, 2024 Unknown Or Other

I am attempting to submit a complaint against the Mercedes-Benz product and other auto manufacturers that follow this process. Mercedes provides no spare tire so this has been replaced by a "fix a flat" system that you can presumably use stop a tire air leak and then drive to a shop for repair. Th...

Nov 9, 2023 Service Brakes 20,000 mi

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while driving at unknown speeds, the active brake assist was not functioning properly. The brakes were applied without an object around the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was contacted and scheduled a...

Nov 9, 2023 Forward Collision Avoidance 20,000 mi

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while driving at unknown speeds, the active brake assist was not functioning properly. The brakes were applied without an object around the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was contacted and scheduled a...

Nov 9, 2023 Service Brakes 20,000 mi

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while driving at unknown speeds, the active brake assist was not functioning properly. The brakes were applied without an object around the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was contacted and scheduled a...

Nov 9, 2023 Forward Collision Avoidance 20,000 mi

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while driving at unknown speeds, the active brake assist was not functioning properly. The brakes were applied without an object around the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was contacted and scheduled a...

Oct 16, 2023 Electrical System 5,000 mi

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 23V445000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 23V462000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reas...

Oct 16, 2023 Fuel System, Gasoline 5,000 mi

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 23V445000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 23V462000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reas...

Oct 16, 2023 Electrical System 5,000 mi

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 23V445000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 23V462000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reas...

Oct 16, 2023 Fuel System, Gasoline 5,000 mi

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 23V445000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 23V462000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reas...

Sep 21, 2023 Fuel/propulsion System

- What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? NHTSA Recall ID: 23V445, Fuel Pump Delivery Module How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Vehicle at risk to lose drive power, increasing the chance of crashing while operati...

Sep 21, 2023 Steering

- What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? NHTSA Recall ID: 23V445, Fuel Pump Delivery Module How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Vehicle at risk to lose drive power, increasing the chance of crashing while operati...

Sep 21, 2023 Forward Collision Avoidance

- What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? NHTSA Recall ID: 23V445, Fuel Pump Delivery Module How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Vehicle at risk to lose drive power, increasing the chance of crashing while operati...

Sep 21, 2023 Fuel/propulsion System

- What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? NHTSA Recall ID: 23V445, Fuel Pump Delivery Module How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Vehicle at risk to lose drive power, increasing the chance of crashing while operati...

Sep 21, 2023 Steering

- What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? NHTSA Recall ID: 23V445, Fuel Pump Delivery Module How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Vehicle at risk to lose drive power, increasing the chance of crashing while operati...

Sep 21, 2023 Forward Collision Avoidance

- What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? NHTSA Recall ID: 23V445, Fuel Pump Delivery Module How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Vehicle at risk to lose drive power, increasing the chance of crashing while operati...

Aug 31, 2023 Fuel System, Gasoline

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V445000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that the part for the recall repair ...

Aug 31, 2023 Fuel System, Gasoline

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V445000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that the part for the recall repair ...

Aug 30, 2023 Fuel/propulsion System

I recently received a notification from Mercedes-Benz concerning a safety defect in my vehicle, and to be honest, it's really concerning. The issue is with the fuel pump impeller in certain models, including mine. If this part malfunctions, it can cause the vehicle to suddenly lose power, potentiall...

Aug 30, 2023 Fuel/propulsion System

I recently received a notification from Mercedes-Benz concerning a safety defect in my vehicle, and to be honest, it's really concerning. The issue is with the fuel pump impeller in certain models, including mine. If this part malfunctions, it can cause the vehicle to suddenly lose power, potentiall...

Aug 25, 2023 Fuel System, Gasoline

The contact's daughter owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V445000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reas...

Aug 25, 2023 Fuel System, Gasoline

The contact's daughter owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V445000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reas...

Aug 11, 2023 Fuel/propulsion System

A recall was issued for the fuel pump, creating a major safety issue and increased risk of collision, which still no available remedy. The manufacturer has failed to provide a resolution in a timely manner, especially for such a vital competent wearing down every day. Furthermore, the manufacturer...

Aug 11, 2023 Fuel/propulsion System

A recall was issued for the fuel pump, creating a major safety issue and increased risk of collision, which still no available remedy. The manufacturer has failed to provide a resolution in a timely manner, especially for such a vital competent wearing down every day. Furthermore, the manufacturer...

Jun 18, 2023 Electrical System

Throughout the year, the car had many issues, the blind spot sensors and glass sensors didn't work, and it constantly showed that the stop/start system wasn't working. Twice, the car turned off by itself at a stoplight. Since everything is controlled through the car's large monitor, including the na...

Jun 18, 2023 Engine

Throughout the year, the car had many issues, the blind spot sensors and glass sensors didn't work, and it constantly showed that the stop/start system wasn't working. Twice, the car turned off by itself at a stoplight. Since everything is controlled through the car's large monitor, including the na...

Jun 18, 2023 Back Over Prevention

Throughout the year, the car had many issues, the blind spot sensors and glass sensors didn't work, and it constantly showed that the stop/start system wasn't working. Twice, the car turned off by itself at a stoplight. Since everything is controlled through the car's large monitor, including the na...

Jun 18, 2023 Electrical System

Throughout the year, the car had many issues, the blind spot sensors and glass sensors didn't work, and it constantly showed that the stop/start system wasn't working. Twice, the car turned off by itself at a stoplight. Since everything is controlled through the car's large monitor, including the na...

Jun 18, 2023 Engine

Throughout the year, the car had many issues, the blind spot sensors and glass sensors didn't work, and it constantly showed that the stop/start system wasn't working. Twice, the car turned off by itself at a stoplight. Since everything is controlled through the car's large monitor, including the na...

Jun 18, 2023 Back Over Prevention

Throughout the year, the car had many issues, the blind spot sensors and glass sensors didn't work, and it constantly showed that the stop/start system wasn't working. Twice, the car turned off by itself at a stoplight. Since everything is controlled through the car's large monitor, including the na...

May 23, 2023 Electrical System

Upon starting my vehicle today the center screen did not power on. The vehicle displayed several messages indicating various safety features were unavailable, including blind spot assist, lane keeping assist, parking assist, etc. Additionally, the exterior cameras (e.g., reverse camera) were inop...

May 23, 2023 Lane Departure

Upon starting my vehicle today the center screen did not power on. The vehicle displayed several messages indicating various safety features were unavailable, including blind spot assist, lane keeping assist, parking assist, etc. Additionally, the exterior cameras (e.g., reverse camera) were inop...

May 23, 2023 Forward Collision Avoidance

Upon starting my vehicle today the center screen did not power on. The vehicle displayed several messages indicating various safety features were unavailable, including blind spot assist, lane keeping assist, parking assist, etc. Additionally, the exterior cameras (e.g., reverse camera) were inop...

May 23, 2023 Electrical System

Upon starting my vehicle today the center screen did not power on. The vehicle displayed several messages indicating various safety features were unavailable, including blind spot assist, lane keeping assist, parking assist, etc. Additionally, the exterior cameras (e.g., reverse camera) were inop...

May 23, 2023 Lane Departure

Upon starting my vehicle today the center screen did not power on. The vehicle displayed several messages indicating various safety features were unavailable, including blind spot assist, lane keeping assist, parking assist, etc. Additionally, the exterior cameras (e.g., reverse camera) were inop...

May 23, 2023 Forward Collision Avoidance

Upon starting my vehicle today the center screen did not power on. The vehicle displayed several messages indicating various safety features were unavailable, including blind spot assist, lane keeping assist, parking assist, etc. Additionally, the exterior cameras (e.g., reverse camera) were inop...

Apr 25, 2023 Forward Collision Avoidance 4,500 mi

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the active brake assists erroneously activated, causing the vehicle to abruptly stop in the middle of the road, nearly causing a rear end collision by another vehicle. During the failure there wer...

Apr 25, 2023 Forward Collision Avoidance 4,500 mi

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the active brake assists erroneously activated, causing the vehicle to abruptly stop in the middle of the road, nearly causing a rear end collision by another vehicle. During the failure there wer...

Nov 1, 2022 Electrical System 6,000 mi

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V678000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount time for the recall repair....

Nov 1, 2022 Electrical System 6,000 mi

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V678000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount time for the recall repair....

Oct 17, 2022 Electrical System

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V678000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repa...

Oct 17, 2022 Electrical System

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V678000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repa...

Oct 6, 2022 Exterior Lighting

Starting from the date I purchased the car, I realized dark shadows (always there) below the headlight line closer to the left and mid zone at the low beam. These shadows are actually formed within the illumination zone as if something is blocking them. I took it to the authorized Mercedes service (...

Oct 6, 2022 Exterior Lighting

Starting from the date I purchased the car, I realized dark shadows (always there) below the headlight line closer to the left and mid zone at the low beam. These shadows are actually formed within the illumination zone as if something is blocking them. I took it to the authorized Mercedes service (...

Sep 21, 2022 Seats

The driver seat has movement when brakes are applied while coming to a stop & when decelerating.

Sep 21, 2022 Seats

The driver seat has movement when brakes are applied while coming to a stop & when decelerating.

Aug 8, 2022 Lane Departure

There have been two complete failures of the control module /screen in the center dash of the vehicle which operates all vehicle features and some key safety features. The screen simply ceases operation and shuts down all controls for the vehicle. The first incident occurred shortly after purchasi...

Aug 8, 2022 Electrical System

There have been two complete failures of the control module /screen in the center dash of the vehicle which operates all vehicle features and some key safety features. The screen simply ceases operation and shuts down all controls for the vehicle. The first incident occurred shortly after purchasi...

Aug 8, 2022 Unknown Or Other

There have been two complete failures of the control module /screen in the center dash of the vehicle which operates all vehicle features and some key safety features. The screen simply ceases operation and shuts down all controls for the vehicle. The first incident occurred shortly after purchasi...

Aug 8, 2022 Lane Departure

There have been two complete failures of the control module /screen in the center dash of the vehicle which operates all vehicle features and some key safety features. The screen simply ceases operation and shuts down all controls for the vehicle. The first incident occurred shortly after purchasi...

Aug 8, 2022 Electrical System

There have been two complete failures of the control module /screen in the center dash of the vehicle which operates all vehicle features and some key safety features. The screen simply ceases operation and shuts down all controls for the vehicle. The first incident occurred shortly after purchasi...

Aug 8, 2022 Unknown Or Other

There have been two complete failures of the control module /screen in the center dash of the vehicle which operates all vehicle features and some key safety features. The screen simply ceases operation and shuts down all controls for the vehicle. The first incident occurred shortly after purchasi...

Jun 8, 2022 Service Brakes

When I brake the car makes a clunking noise and I can feel a thumping on the brake pedal as I try and bring the car to a stop. This car is brand new. I have owned it for almost 3 weeks and it has less than 100 miles on it. You can both hear and feel the the clunk/thump as you attempt to brake the ...

Jun 8, 2022 Service Brakes

When I brake the car makes a clunking noise and I can feel a thumping on the brake pedal as I try and bring the car to a stop. This car is brand new. I have owned it for almost 3 weeks and it has less than 100 miles on it. You can both hear and feel the the clunk/thump as you attempt to brake the ...