Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz C300. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Blank Instrument Panel Display
- Summary
- 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.
Loose Seat Belt May Not Restrain Occupant Properly
- Summary
- 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.
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Owner complaints (4)
4 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The back over prevention is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Back over prevention | 2 | 50% |
| Electrical system | 1 | 25% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 25% |
| Structure | 1 | 25% |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 25% |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 25% |
How 2025 compares with other C300 years
Best and worst C300 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 216 | 15 |
| 2018 | 99 | 18 |
| 2019 | 69 | 17 |
| 2020 | 33 | 9 |
| 2021 | 14 | 7 |
| 2022 | 25 | 9 |
| 2023 | 22 | 9 |
| 2024 | 11 | 3 |
| 2025 | 4 | 2 |
| 2026 | 2 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 29 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,850
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 303 g/mi
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 29 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L 4-cyl · 9-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 25 / 35 / 29 | $2,850 | 303 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2025 C300 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2025 Mercedes-Benz C300 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz C300 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 26V281000 (electrical), 25V253000 (seat belt). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2025 Mercedes-Benz C300 problems?
Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. Back over prevention (2), Electrical system (1), Service brakes (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz C300 get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · 9-speed automatic version at 25 city, 35 highway and 29 combined mpg.
How does the 2025 C300 compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 Mercedes-Benz C300 model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (14) and the 2017 the most (216). The 2025 drew 4. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.