2024 Mercedes-Benz C 300
Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2024
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2024: 11 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2018 | 98 |
| 2019 | 69 |
| 2020 | 33 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 22 |
| 2024 | 11 |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
4 of 11 total reports mention: electrical system.
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While I am driving my car it will make a loud crackling sound then my screens go black and warning sounds go off! This is not normal and I read there are recalls but when I entered my vin# nothing came up.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-09
Service brakes
3 of 11 total reports mention: service brakes.
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The vehicle appears to have experienced a braking system malfunction, possibly involving the brake-by-wire system, electronic stability control (ESC), or unintended acceleration event.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-07-30
Engine
2 of 11 total reports mention: engine.
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Driving a 2024 mercedes C300 on the Florida turnpike in the left lane at 70 MPH the engine suddenly slowed down. While the vehicle slowed in heavy traffic I was able to merge to the outside lane where it stopped.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-19
Air bags
2 of 11 total reports mention: air bags.
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Issue: Post-Airbag Deployment PCM Lockout Description: I am reporting a critical safety concern regarding the 2024 Mercedes-Benz C300.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-08-23
Also filed under Power train
Forward collision avoidance
2 of 11 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2024-02-23Fuel system, gasoline23V880000 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 vehicle details.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024.
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2024-04-05Electrical system24V115000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C300, AMG C43, S580e, S580, Maybach S580, Maybach S680, AMG SL43, AMGSL63, GLC300, EQE350, EQE500, EQS450, EQS580, AMG EQS, 2023 S500, AMG SL55, AMG EQE, 2024 E350, E450, AMG C63e S,...
Remedy: Dealers will replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030008.
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2025-05-16Seat belts25V253000 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.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2024 Mercedes-Benz C 300 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 23V880000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 24V115000 · Electrical system
- Recall 25V253000 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 2024 Mercedes-Benz C 300 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2024 Mercedes-Benz C 300?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz C 300 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.