MYRModel Year Report

2000 Mercedes Benz C280

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2000 Mercedes Benz C280
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:09:32.128Z

Only 4 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 4 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 C280 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2000 highlighted. 1994: 9 complaints 1994 1995: 16 complaints 1996: 4 complaints 1996 1997: 7 complaints 1998: 15 complaints 1998 1999: 34 complaints 2000: 4 complaints 2000 2006: 28 complaints 2007: 56 complaints 2007
2000: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19949
199516
19964
19977
199815
199934
20004
200628
200756

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

3 of 4 total reports mention: suspension.

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BOTH FRONT SPRINGS CRACKED/ BROKEN

NHTSA ODI report, 20171211

I SUFFERED A CATASTROPHIC LOSS OF CONTROL WHILE DRIVING ON A ROAD. THE CAR YAWED WILDLY BEFORE I WAS ABLE TO STOP WITHOUT INJURY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160311

SUSPENSION DROPPED AT HIGHWAY SPEED. BEARING BROKE OFF COULD ONLY GO STRAIGHT AS WHEELS COULD NOT TURN LEFT OR RIGHT. COIL SPRING PERCH BROKE..WHEEL HITTING WHEEL WELL. LEFT SIDE OF CAR FRONT DROPPED TOWARDS GROUND.

NHTSA ODI report, 20151014

AIR BAGS

1 of 4 total reports mentions: air bags.

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TAKATA RECALL, RECEIVED LETTER FROM MERCEDES BENZ SAYING I WILL RECEIVE A VOUCHER FOR NEW AIRBAGS GRATIS BUT THEY DO NOT KNOW WHEN. I HOPE I LIVE LONG ENOUGH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160901

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2000 Mercedes Benz C280 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2000 Mercedes Benz C280 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 2000 Mercedes Benz C280?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2000 Mercedes Benz C280 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.