CarRecallWatchThe 2014 Mercedes-Benz C 300 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 94 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (53 reports).
2014 Mercedes-Benz C 300 recalls
Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location
A software fault in the emergency call system (eCall) can cause the date and time recorded for the system to differ from the actual date and time.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator can rupture because its propellant degrades over time after long exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature swings.
Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk
The driver's front airbag may deploy without warning because the steering components may not be properly grounded.
Loose steering bolt may cause loss of steering
Certain 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class and GLK-Class vehicles may have a steering coupling connecting bolt that was not tightened enough at the factory.
Airbag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash
Some control units in these Mercedes-Benz vehicles may have been updated with incorrect software.
Most common 2014 Mercedes-Benz C 300 problems
Problem areas named in the 94 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 53 |
| Steering | 13 |
| Suspension | 11 |
| Structure | 10 |
| Electrical System | 9 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Wheels | 2 |
| Seats | 2 |
What owners report
Experiencing a failed Electronic Steering Lock (ESL). Car wonât crank or start even after verifying battery health and key fob. Symptoms point to a failed ESL, left stranded
Leaving my home from my driveway and driving about 15 feet I heard a loud pop from my backseat area and noticed my Headrest on drivers side deployed without any reason. The airbag right/left malfunction light showed on my dash saying service required. Mercedes benz Dealership said they never heard of this. The dealership Removed old headrest and replaced with a new one , reset malfunction light and a fuse. Price was enormous.
The left rear subframe separated from the main frame causing the car to pull to the left when braking. I had an episode where I was stopping for a traffic light and the car started fishtailing and I almost lost control of the car. Following this episode, I took the car to a mechanic who advised me that the car was unsafe to drive. My mechanic also told me that he has repaired a number of these vehicle with the same problem, and that Mercedes Benz has extended their warranty from 4 years 50,000 miles to 20 years unlimited mileage. They did the extension after someone filed a class action suit in Georgia about the problem. The vehicle is presently at a Mercedes dealer awaiting the new su
To Whom It May Concern, I am seeking assistance regarding my 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-300, VIN [XXX] . I repurchased this vehicle from the London Nissan Dealership on [XXX]. It currently has about 120,000 miles, and I have driven an additional 15,000 miles in the past two years. Less than three months after purchase, I took the car to a Mercedes-Benz dealership in Knoxville, TN, for repairs on May 16th. Now, my vehicle is at James Motor Company in Lexington, KY, where they diagnosed a faulty steering column that needs replacement at a cost of $1,630.00. I have already taken this car to the dealership twice for issues in under two years. The problems began when the vehicle wouldnât start one
It's the ESL ELECTRIC STEERING LOCK THIS PART IS KNOWN TO BE DEFECTIVE AND IS POSTED ONLINE TO FIX AND ALSO BYPASS IT. I AM NOT A MECHANIC SO I AM TOLD PART ALONE IS $570 AT MERCEDES THEY HAVE TO PROGRAM IT. THIS PART IS KNOW TO BREAK AND ONLY THEY CAN REPROGRAM IT. THIS SHOULD BE A SAFTY ISSUE. THE CAR RTDOES NOT START BECAUSE OF IT AND IT LOCKS THE STEERING WHEEL IN PLACE. THE CODE FOR IT ON CAR IS A25464 code on car. This is a known problem and it makes the car undrivable. I don't have files but had car toed 2 times. I will have recept after it's fixed
2014 Mercedes-Benz C 300 questions
Does the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C 300 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C 300: Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk; Loose steering bolt may cause loss of steering; Airbag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C 300?
Based on 94 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (53), Steering (13), Suspension (11).
How do I check if a recall on my 2014 Mercedes-Benz C 300 has been fixed?
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