CarRecallWatchThe 1997 Mercedes-Benz C280 has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (4 reports).
0Recalls
7Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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1997 Mercedes-Benz C280 recalls
No safety recalls on file for the 1997 Mercedes-Benz C280.
Most common 1997 Mercedes-Benz C280 problems
Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
What owners report
INSULATION ON THE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE HEADLIGHTS IS FAILING TO WHERE BARE WIRES SHOW AND ARE CONTACTING OTHER BARE WIRES SHORTING OUT THE SYSTEM. AFTER SEARCHING ONLINE I SEE THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 MERCEDES BENZ C280. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE AIR BAG IN THE STEERING WHEEL DEPLOYED UNEXPECTEDLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNAVAILABLE.
MERCEDES 1997 C280 SPORT WIRING HARNESS. *TR
1997 MERCEDES BENZ, MODEL C-280: TRUNK FRONT SPRING ANCHOR POINT (DRIVERS SIDE) BROKE FROM METAL FATIGUE WHEN THE TRUNK WAS OPENED. THE WELD POINT DID NOT BREAK. MERCEDES BENZ USA WAS NOTIFIED OF THE METAL FAILURE PROBLEM AND HAS DECLINED TO ACT OR TAKE RESPONSIBILITY, AS THEY STATED "THIS IS DUE TO THE AGE OF THE VEHICLE". THIS PART IS NOT ONE TO BE REPLACED BY WEAR AND TEAR. WE ARE ADVISING YOU OF THE METAL PART FAILURE, PLEASE RESPOND. THANK YOU. *TR
1997 C-CLASS C280 SPORT MERCEDES-BENZ WIRING HARNESS PROBLEM CAUSING RANDOM ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. *JB
1997 Mercedes-Benz C280 questions
Does the 1997 Mercedes-Benz C280 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1997 Mercedes-Benz C280 at this time.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Mercedes-Benz C280?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (4), Visibility (1), Structure (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Mercedes-Benz C280 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.
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