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2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2021 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 7
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 17
Latest campaign: Jun 26, 2023

Recall summary by component7

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Electrical system	2	May 20, 2022	22V365000 21V058000
Seats	2	May 28, 2021	21V406000 21V230000
Fuel system, gasoline	1	Jun 26, 2023	23V445000
Back over prevention	1	Apr 8, 2022	22V232000
Seat belts	1	Jan 29, 2021	21V032000

Safety recalls7

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

2Fixable over the air

Jun 26, 2023Latest campaign


Jun 26, 202323V445000	Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pump A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V445000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power. Risk A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012. Filed under Amg C43, Amg C63, Amg C63 S, C 300 Campaign NHTSA 23V445000 · Jun 26, 2023
May 20, 202222V365000	Electrical system: software A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders… Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 22V365000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system. Risk A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury. Remedy The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers are for this recall is 2022060005 and 2023110006. Filed under Amg C43, Amg C63, C 300 Campaign NHTSA 22V365000 · May 20, 2022
Apr 8, 202222V232000	Back over prevention: display function An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 22V232000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility." Risk An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022060007. Filed under Amg C43, Amg C63, Amg C63 S, C 300 Campaign NHTSA 22V232000 · Apr 8, 2022
May 28, 202121V406000	Seats: mid/rear assembly head restraint Incorrectly mounted headrests could move or detach from the seat during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V406000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C300 Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG S Cabriolet, E450 Cabriolet, and E53 AMG Cabriolet vehicles. The rear headrests may be incorrectly mounted to the seatbacks. Risk Incorrectly mounted headrests could move or detach from the seat during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Remedy Dealers will inspect the rear seatback guide bushings and replace them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021060010. Filed under Amg C43, Amg C63, Amg C63 S, C300 Campaign NHTSA 21V406000 · May 28, 2021
Apr 1, 202121V230000	Seats Air bags and seat belts that do not perform properly in a crash can increase the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V230000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLC, CLS, AMG GT 4-door Coupe and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. A faulty electrical contact within the seat position switch may prevent the driver and passenger air bags and seat belt force limiters from properly activating during a crash. Risk Air bags and seat belts that do not perform properly in a crash can increase the risk of injury. Remedy MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat position switches, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040016. Filed under Amg C43, Amg C63, Amg C63 S, C300 Campaign NHTSA 21V230000 · Apr 1, 2021
Feb 5, 202121V058000	Electrical system: software Failure 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 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash. Risk Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash. Remedy MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025. Filed under Amg C43, C 300 Campaign NHTSA 21V058000 · Feb 5, 2021

Merged from NHTSA model names: Amg C43, Amg C63, Amg C63 S, C 300, C300. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component17

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

17Complaints filed

0Involving a crash

0Involving a fire

0Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%
Engine	8	47
Power train	2	12
Air bags	2	12
Fuel/propulsion system	2	12
Tires	1	6
Seat belts	1	6
Fuel system	1	6
Gasoline	1	6
Visibility	1	6
Suspension	1	6
Back over prevention	1	6
Electrical system	1	6

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 AMG C43, AMG C63 S, C-Class, C-Class Cabriolet.

Latest reports

Engine
“The contact owns a 2021 Mercedes-Benz C 300. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, there was a loud knocking sound coming from the engine compartment while accelerating.”
Filed 08/07/2026 · ODI 11755408
Seat belts
“Both driver and passenger seatbelts do not fully retract and remain loose. Must be manually guided back into mechanism.”
Filed 08/04/2026 · ODI 11754860
Fuel system
“The contact owns a 2021 Mercedes Benz C. The contact stated that while driving on the highway, the vehicle began to lose power, riding rough. The check engine light illuminated.”
Filed 05/19/2026 · ODI 11738727

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2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recall questions

How many recalls does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class have?

NHTSA lists 7 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The most recent, 23V445000 (reported June 26, 2023), concerns fuel system, gasoline. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recalls for?

The largest group is electrical system, with 2 campaigns. Others: seats (2), fuel system, gasoline (1), back over prevention (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

Engine is the most-reported component, named in 8 complaints out of 17 filed with NHTSA (47%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2021 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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