MYRModel Year Report

2004 Mercedes Benz C320

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2004 Mercedes Benz C320
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:04:39.484Z

Only 15 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 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
15

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2004

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2001: 63 complaints 2001 2002: 68 complaints 2002 2003: 22 complaints 2003 2004: 15 complaints 2004 15 2005: 15 complaints 2005 2006: 2 complaints 2006 2007: 2 complaints 2007
2001: 63 complaints 2001 2002: 68 complaints 2002 2003: 22 complaints 2003 2004: 15 complaints 2004 15 2005: 15 complaints 2005 2006: 2 complaints 2006 2007: 2 complaints 2007
2001: 63 complaints 2001 2002: 68 complaints 2002 2003: 22 complaints 2003 2004: 15 complaints 2004 15 2005: 15 complaints 2005 2006: 2 complaints 2006 2007: 2 complaints 2007

2004: 15 complaints

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YearComplaints
200163
200268
200322
200415
200515
20062
20072

Known problem areas

Only 15 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Fuel/propulsion system

4 of 15 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

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Strong gas smell

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-18

Visibility

2 of 15 total reports mention: visibility.

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2004 Mercedes Benz C320. Consumer writes in discontent regarding Mercedes Benz corporation and issues with headliner and rear sail panels that were not properly placed back in the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-23

Also filed under Structure

I own a 2004 mb C320 and I have noticed that when it reached 40,000 miles the car itself started malfunctioning from the rear window shade wouldn't go down for which I only use occasionally; the air conditioning would turn on and off; the temp gauge...

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-07-03

Also filed under Electrical system

Air bags

2 of 15 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASHINJURY
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Tl* the contact owned a 2004 Mercedes Benz C320. While stopped, another vehicle crashed head on into the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained knee, back, head, and shoulder injuries.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-07-21

Wheels

1 of 15 total reports mentions: wheels.

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My right rear tire wares from the inside to the middle only the rest of the tire is good. I’ve had two blowouts because I can’t see that part of my tire without getting down on the ground to look at it. The part I see looks good.

NHTSA ODI report, 2022-09-04

Tires

1 of 15 total reports mentions: tires.

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Incident description = goodyear tire had an interior wall "Tear" That cause sudden deflation suggesting a defect in the manufacturer of this tire.....the tire was purchased from the tire rack September 2007 (Less than one year ago) and had less than...

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-07-16

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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    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

2004 Mercedes Benz C320 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel/propulsion system: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 2 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 2004 Mercedes Benz C320 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 2004 Mercedes Benz C320?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Mercedes Benz C320 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.