MYRModel Year Report

2003 Mercedes Benz C240

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2003 Mercedes Benz C240
RENDERED 2026-11-01T16:15:54.155Z

Only 20 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 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
20

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2003

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2001: 8 complaints 2001 2002: 13 complaints 2002 2003: 20 complaints 2003 20 2004: 16 complaints 2004 2005: 30 complaints 2005 2007: 1 complaint 2007
2001: 8 complaints 2001 2002: 13 complaints 2002 2003: 20 complaints 2003 20 2004: 16 complaints 2004 2005: 30 complaints 2005 2007: 1 complaint 2007
2001: 8 complaints 2001 2002: 13 complaints 2002 2003: 20 complaints 2003 20 2004: 16 complaints 2004 2005: 30 complaints 2005 2007: 1 complaint 2007

2003: 20 complaints

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YearComplaints
20018
200213
200320
200416
200530
20071

Known problem areas

Only 20 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Fuel/propulsion system

8 of 20 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

INJURY

Air bags

5 of 20 total reports mention: air bags.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

I was always getting an error message telling me my rear lights were not working. I experienced an electrical fire in my trunk, which caused the air bags to deploy and the entire left side of my car caught fire. The car was totaled.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-03

Also filed under Electrical system and exterior lighting

Electrical system

4 of 20 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIREINJURY

Tires

2 of 20 total reports mention: tires.

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The PRINX tires and the dealer - Mavis Tires, Auburn Avenue, Columbus, Georgia, are equally to blame for the flat I had in traffic endangering myself and other motorists with Brand New Prinx Tires, and also the skid I had at an intersection in...

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-28

The back side of the tires crack open around the rim.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-03

Exterior lighting

2 of 20 total reports mention: exterior lighting.

FIREINJURY

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2020-07-10Visibility19V918000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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  2. R
    2023-02-03Visibility22V954000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and may detach.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall expands NHTSA recall number 19V-918.

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  3. R
    2025-01-10Visibility24V874000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and can detach.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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Buy-smart checklist

2003 Mercedes Benz C240 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel/propulsion system: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 19V918000 · Visibility
  • Recall 22V954000 · Visibility
  • Recall 24V874000 · Visibility
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Mercedes Benz C240 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 C240?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2003 Mercedes Benz C240 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.