2026 Mercedes-Benz C 300
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2026
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2026: 1 complaint
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 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 1 total report mentions: vehicle speed control.
Show complaint excerpts
When driving 75mph in order to change my favorite radio station, I must go to the center tablet, scroll until I find the station desired and then must tap it in the center or it does not change.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-05-22
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2026-06-29Electrical system26V281000 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.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2026 Mercedes-Benz C 300 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V281000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2026 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 2026 Mercedes-Benz C 300?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2026 Mercedes-Benz C 300 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.