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2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2005 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Visibility | 3 |
Safety recalls3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Nov 19, 202424V874000 | Visibility: sun/moon roof assemblyA detached sunroof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V874000
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| Dec 23, 202222V954000 | Visibility: sun/moon roof assemblyA detached sunroof panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 22V954000
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| Dec 20, 201919V918000 | Visibility: sun/moon roof assemblyA detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V918000
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Owner complaints by component140
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 63 | 45 |
| Electrical system | 17 | 12 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 15 | 11 |
| Power train | 13 | 9 |
| Seats | 11 | 8 |
| Engine | 9 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 6 |
| Unknown or other | 6 | 4 |
| Steering | 6 | 4 |
| Structure | 6 | 4 |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 4 |
| Suspension | 5 | 4 |
| Seat belts | 4 | 3 |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 3 |
| Tires | 4 | 3 |
10 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Other/i am not sure
“Just recently while driving with my front windows opened on my Mercedes 2005 C 320, I heard a Big thump on the passenger side of vehicle. At first, I thought it was a bird that flew in to Car.”
- Electrical system
“The SAM system failed and car would not start !It took months to be diagnosed by 3 different mechanics! The message said quite often that the Air bags have been deployed !The dealer could not determine the issue!”
- Engine
“Vehicle began smoking on highway. No check engine or indicator of any fault codes. No previous coolant or oil leaks, or fuel leaks appeared to be visible or of issue.”
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2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recall questions
How many recalls does the 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The most recent, 24V874000 (reported November 19, 2024), concerns visibility. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recalls for?
The largest group is visibility, with 3 campaigns. Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
Air bags is the most-reported component, named in 63 complaints out of 140 filed with NHTSA (45%). Across all complaints, owners reported 17 crashs and 10 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
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