1998 Mercedes-Benz C Class Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1998 Mercedes-Benz C Class recalls

Most common 1998 Mercedes-Benz C Class problems

Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Suspension	2
Structure	1
Fuel System, Gasoline	1
Air Bags	1
Visibility	1
Child Seat	1

What owners report

2014-03-02, Suspension
WAS DRIVING CAR AND HEARD LOUD NOISE GOT OUT AND SAW FRONT RIGHT SIDE WAS SITTING LOWER ON ONE SIDE. CAR PULLS HARD TO THE RIGHT. HAD MY MECHANIC INSPECT. CONCLUDED THAT THE CUP HOLDER THAT HOLDS THE VEHICLES SPRINGS WAS RUSTED OUT. I HAVE RESEARCHED THIS ISSUE AND SEEMS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM AND OR DESIGN FLAW. THANKFULLY DID NOT HAPPEN AT HIGHER SPEEDS IN DANGEROUS CONDITIONS. *TR

2000-01-18, Child Seat
BRITAX ROUNDABOUT CAR SEAT DOES NOT FIT INTO MERCEDES C CLASS CAR. *AK

1999-07-30, Visibility
WINDOW FAILED. NLM

1999-05-11, Air Bags
WHILE DRIVING AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND THEN THE AIRBAG EXPLODED . THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT. THE VEHICLE WAS AT THE DEALER AT THE TIME THE AIRBAG EXPLODED. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

1999-04-22, Fuel System, Gasoline
GAS GAUGE SENSOR FAILED.

1998 Mercedes-Benz C Class questions

Does the 1998 Mercedes-Benz C Class have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1998 Mercedes-Benz C Class: Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Mercedes-Benz C Class?

Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (2), Structure (1), Fuel System, Gasoline (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Mercedes-Benz C Class has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.