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2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2022 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 9
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 26
Latest campaign: Jul 24, 2026

Recall summary by component9

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Electrical system	4	Jun 14, 2024	24V446000 23V463000 23V462000 22V678000
Fuel system, gasoline	2	Dec 21, 2023	23V880000 23V445000
Latches/locks/linkages	1	Jul 24, 2026	26V481000
Seat belts	1	May 2, 2025	25V253000
Steering	1	Mar 25, 2022	22V189000

Safety recalls9

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Jul 24, 2026Latest campaign


Jul 24, 202626V481000	Latches/locks/linkages: doors lock A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V481000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CLA, 2019-2022 A-Class, 2022-2023 C-Class, 2024 CLE, 2020-2026 GLA/GLB, and 2023-2024 GLC vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific model information. The micro-switch in the driver's door lock may corrode and fail to detect an open door, preventing the electronic parking brake or "Auto-Park" feature from engaging automatically. This may result in a vehicle rollaway. Risk A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury. Remedy Dealers will replace the driver's door lock, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 18, 2026. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 31, 2026. Filed under C 300, C 300 4matic Campaign NHTSA 26V481000 · Jul 24, 2026
May 2, 202525V253000	Seat belts: front A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V253000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 C 300, and 2023-2024 AMG C 43 vehicles. The driver-side seat belt cover may not be properly installed on the seat belt tensioner, which can cause the seat belt anchor to come loose. Risk A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Remedy Dealers will inspect and repair the seat belt covers, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025040012. Filed under C 300 Campaign NHTSA 25V253000 · May 2, 2025
Jun 14, 202424V446000	Electrical system: wiring fuses and circuit breakers An overheated wire can cause a fire and a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V446000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 C 300 vehicles. The bolt securing the electrical wire to the pre-fuse box could be improperly tightened, causing the wire to overheat. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024070005. Risk An overheated wire can cause a fire and a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will inspect and rework the wiring harness, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2024. Owner may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. Filed under C 300 Campaign NHTSA 24V446000 · Jun 14, 2024
Dec 21, 202323V880000	Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pump A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V880000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing 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 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, October 1, 2024, and December 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 23V-445. Filed under C 300 Campaign NHTSA 23V880000 · Dec 21, 2023
Jun 30, 202323V463000	Electrical system: wiring An overheated wiring harness can increase the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V463000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 C300 and 2023 AMG C43 vehicles. The ground connections for the electrical wiring harness may not be secured properly, which can result in the electrical wiring harness overheating. Risk An overheated wiring harness can increase the risk of a fire. Remedy Dealers will inspect and repair the ground connections for the electrical wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6373. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2023070016, 2023070017, 2023070018, and 2024070016. Filed under C 300 Campaign NHTSA 23V463000 · Jun 30, 2023
Jun 30, 202323V462000	Electrical system: wiring A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V462000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 C300 and 2023 AMG C43 vehicles. The transmission wiring harness may be the incorrect length, which can result in harness damage and a loss of drive power. Risk A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will inspect and repair the transmission wiring harness routing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 18, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6373. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070015. Filed under C300 Campaign NHTSA 23V462000 · Jun 30, 2023

Merged from NHTSA model names: C 300, C 300 4matic, C300, Amg C43, Amg C63 S. 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).

Owner complaints by component26

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

26Complaints filed

1Involving a crash

0Involving a fire

1Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Injuries
Electrical system	7	27	0	1
Forward collision avoidance	5	19	1	0
Fuel/propulsion system	4	15	0	0
Fuel system	4	15	0	0
Gasoline	4	15	0	0
Back over prevention	3	12	0	1
Lane departure	3	12	0	0
Engine	2	8	0	1
Unknown or other	2	8	0	0
Service brakes	2	8	0	0
Vehicle speed control	1	4	0	0
Seat belts	1	4	0	0
Structure	1	4	0	0
Steering	1	4	0	0
Exterior lighting	1	4	0	0

1 more component 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 Cabriolet, C-Class Coupe.

Latest reports

Engine
“Car fails to accelerate past 25 mph when entering roadway. Roadway area is 45mph and vehicle would not accelerate to reach safe levels.”
Filed 06/18/2026 · ODI 11745068
Forward collision avoidance
“Refer to Mercedes Complaint letter dated August 21, 2025. Refer to EDR report of the crash Mercedes Benz is claiming no responsibility for the failure of Active Brake Assist (ABA) during a frontal impact collision that…”
Filed 01/12/2026 · ODI 11710517
Vehicle speed control
“1. The vehicle experienced a fuel injector failure, which is part of the engine fuel delivery system.”
Filed 11/19/2025 · ODI 11700351

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2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recall questions

How many recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class have?

NHTSA lists 9 safety recall campaigns for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The most recent, 26V481000 (reported July 24, 2026), concerns latches/locks/linkages. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recalls for?

The largest group is electrical system, with 4 campaigns. Others: fuel system, gasoline (2), latches/locks/linkages (1), seat belts (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 7 complaints out of 26 filed with NHTSA (27%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2022 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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