repaired · 2026 Q3
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. A detached sunroof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
2007 Mercedes-Benz C280Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 56 owner complaints about the 2007 Mercedes-Benz C280, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-874 the manufacturer reports only 10% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 21, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2007 Mercedes-Benz C280 has problems
56 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
16Fuel/propulsion system
10Engine
5Fuel system, gasoline
4Engine and engine cooling
4Power train
3Vehicle speed control
3Electrical system
3Seats
3Visibility
138 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 16 | 0 |
| Engine | 10 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 5 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 4 | 0 |
| Power train | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 1 |
| Seats | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 3 | 0 |
| 8 other systems | 13 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2007 Mercedes-Benz C280 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. A detached sunroof panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.
Best & worst years
2007 vs. every other C280 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the C280 median. How we score
'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'06'07
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What C280 owners report
Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Everytime I fill the gas tank I smell gas strongly I paid out of pocket to have the fuel pump done the gas cap the purge valve and I’m still getting a check engine light for a evap leak and still smelling gas from inside and outside the car I also have a rattle noise comeing from inside the gas…
SEVERAL TIMES I'VE FILLED MY GAS TANK I GOT A STRONG SMELL OF GAS BEFORE ENTERING MY VEHICLE. I HAD THEN MADE SURE NOT TO FILL THE TANK UP DUE TO THIS LEAKAGE. I BELIEVE ITS VERY DANGEROUS. THE SMELL DOESN'T GO AWAY UNTIL I DRIVE THE CAR FOR SEVERAL DAYS.
WHEN RESEARCHING MY PROBLEM I FOUND THIS TK HE A COMMON PROBLEM. IF I FILL MY GAS TANK IT LEAKS GAS. THE CABIN OF CAR IS FLOODED WITH FUMES. SO MANY WITH SAME CAR HAVE COMPLAINED ABOUT THIS.
Own a 2007 C280?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.