repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
NewRisk. An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
2025 Mercedes-Benz C300Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 4 owner complaints about the 2025 Mercedes-Benz C300, most often about the back over prevention. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-253 the manufacturer reports only 85% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 3, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Mercedes-Benz C300 has problems
4 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Back over prevention
1Electrical system
1Service brakes
1Structure
1Vehicle speed control
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Back over prevention | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2025 Mercedes-Benz C300 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 · 2026 Q3
Seat belts: front
Risk. A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
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
2025 vs. every other C300 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 C300 median. How we score
'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What C300 owners report
Recent back over prevention complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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…
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…
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