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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2016 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component14
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Electrical system | 3 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 |
| Communication | 1 |
| Power train | 1 |
| Air bags | 1 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
Safety recalls14
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Dec 15, 202323V854000 | Structure: body roof and pillarsA detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V854000
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| Dec 13, 202121V961000 | Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system fuel railA fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V961000
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| Mar 19, 202121V197000 | Structure: body roof and pillarsThe adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a… DetailsHide details for campaign 21V197000
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| Feb 5, 202121V058000 | Electrical system: softwareFailure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash. Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 21V058000
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| Nov 1, 201919V787000 | CommunicationAn inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury. Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 19V787000
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| Nov 29, 201818V850000 | Steering: rack and pinion rackA car that cannot be properly steered has an increased risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 18V850000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Amg C63, C300, C350e, C450, Amg C43. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
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Owner complaints by component320
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 99 | 31 |
| Unknown or other | 73 | 23 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 58 | 18 |
| Electrical system | 37 | 12 |
| Structure | 33 | 10 |
| Power train | 21 | 7 |
| Steering | 17 | 5 |
| Visibility | 13 | 4 |
| Visibility/wiper | 10 | 3 |
| Fuel system | 9 | 3 |
| Gasoline | 9 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 9 | 3 |
| Wheels | 9 | 3 |
| Air bags | 7 | 2 |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | 1 |
8 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, merged from NHTSA model names C-Class, C-Class Phev.
Latest reports
- Suspension
“Failed state safety inspection due to a severely corroded and rotted rear subframe, creating an immediate driving hazard.”
- Structure
“The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz C 300. The contact stated that while performing maintenance on the vehicle with the dealer, it was discovered that the rear subframe was severely rusted and perforated.”
- Unknown or other
“Vehicle has prematurely rusted subframe. It is a know manufacturer defect, for which the manufacturer is covering repair cost for owners of the preceding model, but refuses to acknowledge responsibility on this model.”
Other Mercedes-Benz C-Class model years
- 202012 recalls46 complaints
- 201918 recalls78 complaints
- 201819 recalls118 complaints
- 201717 recalls253 complaints
- 201614 recalls320 complaints
- 201514 recalls451 complaints
- 20146 recalls284 complaints
- 20137 recalls574 complaints
- 20127 recalls587 complaints
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Other Mercedes-Benz models
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- 2016 SLK-Class5 recalls2 complaints
2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recall questions
How many recalls does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class have?
NHTSA lists 14 safety recall campaigns for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The most recent, 23V854000 (reported December 15, 2023), concerns structure. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recalls for?
The largest group is electrical system, with 3 campaigns. Others: steering (3), structure (2), fuel system, gasoline (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
Engine is the most-reported component, named in 99 complaints out of 320 filed with NHTSA (31%). Across all complaints, owners reported 7 crashs and 5 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2016 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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