MYRModel Year Report

2003 Mercedes Benz C Class

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2003 Mercedes Benz C Class
RENDERED 2026-09-17T01:59:57.530Z

Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz C Class Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1991: 1 complaints 1991 1994: 15 complaints 1995: 49 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 6 complaints 1999: 7 complaints 1999 2000: 8 complaints 2001: 14 complaints 2001 2002: 31 complaints 2003: 9 complaints 2003 2004: 15 complaints 2005: 5 complaints 2005 2006: 9 complaints 2006
2003: 9 complaints
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YearComplaints
19911
199415
199549
19966
19973
19986
19997
20008
200114
200231
20039
200415
20055
20069

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 9 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 9 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing exhaust system and cooling system.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 9 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

SEAT BELTS

1 of 9 total reports mentions: seat belts.

CRASH INJURY
Show complaint excerpts

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 MERCEDES BENZ C240. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HIM SUDDENLY STOPPED CAUSING HIM TO CRASH INTO THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110601

Also filed under AIR BAGS

POWER TRAIN

1 of 9 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing driveline.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Mercedes Benz C Class — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Mercedes Benz C Class 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 2003 Mercedes Benz C Class?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Mercedes Benz C Class have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.