2007 Mercedes Benz C280
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 4 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 34 |
| 2000 | 4 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 56 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
29% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 16 distinct reports on file.
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Everytime I fill the gas tank I smell gas strongly I paid out of pocket to have the fuel pump done the gas cap the purge valve and Iâm still getting a check engine light for a evap leak and still smelling gas from inside and outside the car I also...
NHTSA ODI report, 20231202
WE JUST BOUGHT THIS CAR. AFTER I FILLED IT UP, THERE IS STRONG GASOLINE SMELL IN THE GARAGE. PARKED THE CAR OUTSIDE AND IT STILL HAS SMELL. IS THIS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH MERCEDES BENZ C280?
NHTSA ODI report, 20190516
VERY STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE FILLS THE GARAGE AND HOUSE WHEN THE VEHICLE IS PARKED INSIDE AFTER FUELING TO FULL TANK.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180508
18% of complaints: engine — 10 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 5 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: power train — 4 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 4 distinct reports on file.
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2007 C280 MERCEDES-BENZ LEASE WITH STALLING PROBLEMS**CC THE CONSUMER STATED 31 DAYS AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING IN THE CAR WITH HER DAUGHTER THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE TEMPERATURE...
NHTSA ODI report, 20070802
I TOOK DELIVERY OF A NEW 2007 MERCEDES BENZ C280 4MATIC VEHICLE THE 1ST WEEK OF JANUARY,2007 & ON JANUARY 14, 2007 I WAS RETURNING HOME ON A US HIGHWAY IN SEMINOLE COUNTY, OKLAHOMA WHEN I APPROACHED A SMALL (8 INCHES TALL) HOUSE CAT OR POSSUM & WAS...
NHTSA ODI report, 20070714
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Campaign 19V918000 — check if this car was fixed
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2007 C350, C230, C280, CLK350, E320CDI, E350 Wagon, E350, 2006 C55 AMG, CLK500, CLS500, CLS55 AMG, E500 Wagon, E500, E55 AMG, 2007 CLK550, CLS550, CLS63 AMG, E550, E63 AMG, and E63 Wagon...
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Campaign 21V196000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 22V954000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 24V874000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Mercedes Benz C280 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 19V918000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V196000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V954000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V874000 (visibility) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2007 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 2007 Mercedes Benz C280?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Mercedes Benz C280 have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.