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2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2023 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component10
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Electrical system | 6 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 2 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 |
| Seat belts | 1 |
Safety recalls10
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jul 24, 202626V481000 | Latches/locks/linkages: doors lockA vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V481000
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| May 12, 202525V255000 | Electrical system: wiring fuses and circuit breakersAn incorrect fuse box can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster, increasing… DetailsHide details for campaign 25V255000
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| May 2, 202525V253000 | Seat belts: frontA loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V253000
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| Jun 14, 202424V446000 | Electrical system: wiring fuses and circuit breakersAn overheated wire can cause a fire and a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V446000
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| May 24, 202424V371000 | Electrical system: wiringA damaged wiring harness can prevent the air bags installed in the seats from deploying as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V371000
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| Feb 16, 202424V115000 | Electrical system: wiring fuses and circuit breakersAn 80-Amp fuse that fails can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster,… DetailsHide details for campaign 24V115000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Amg C43 4matic, C 300, C 300 4matic, Amg C43, C300, Amg C63 S. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
Owner complaints by component26
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
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| Forward collision avoidance | 11 | 42 |
| Service brakes | 7 | 27 |
| Unknown or other | 6 | 23 |
| Electrical system | 5 | 19 |
| Engine | 3 | 12 |
| Tires | 3 | 12 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 4 |
| Structure | 1 | 4 |
| Power train | 1 | 4 |
| Suspension | 1 | 4 |
| Air | 1 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 4 |
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
- Unknown or other
“My vehicle developed a coolant warning during normal road use. I had not experienced any known collision, crash, or unusual impact. I brought the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for inspection.”
- Tires
“2 of 245/40HR18XL & 2 of 225/45HR18XL... All 4 tires replaced I purchased a 2023 Mercedes-Benz C300 from Benzel Busch motor car (an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer) in [XXX] in XXX.”
- Unknown or other
“I am filing a safety complaint regarding my 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 4MATIC. The vehicle has approximately 23,000 miles.”
Other Mercedes-Benz C-Class model years
- 20261 recall4 complaints
- 20252 recalls4 complaints
- 20243 recalls15 complaints
- 202310 recalls26 complaints
- 20229 recalls26 complaints
- 20217 recalls17 complaints
- 202012 recalls46 complaints
- 201918 recalls78 complaints
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Other Mercedes-Benz models
- 2023 E-Class5 recalls24 complaints
- 2023 Sprinter7 recalls38 complaints
- 2023 GLE-Class5 recalls33 complaints
- 2023 GLC-Class12 recalls64 complaints
- 2023 S-Class10 recalls10 complaints
- 2023 CLA-Class1 recall6 complaints
- 2023 Metris4 recalls2 complaints
- 2023 CLS-Class3 recalls3 complaints
- 2023 GLS-Class5 recalls10 complaints
- 2023 GLA-Class1 recall8 complaints
- 2023 AMG GT6 recalls3 complaints
- 2023 G-Class5 recalls6 complaints
2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recall questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class have?
NHTSA lists 10 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 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 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recalls for?
The largest group is electrical system, with 6 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 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
Forward collision avoidance is the most-reported component, named in 11 complaints out of 26 filed with NHTSA (42%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2023 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.
Check a specific Mercedes-Benz by VIN
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