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55SWF4JB3JU••••••2018 Mercedes-benz C 300
This build draws 4.0× more complaints than the average 2018 Mercedes-benz C 300 build (8 vs 2).
8on this build
93on the model
47builds in total
Most reportedEngine 5Steering 2Electrical System 1Power Train 1
CYLINDER 1 SPARK PLUGS IS DAMAGED DUE TO PISTON DAMAGE, HOLE IN PISTON. IF EXTRA DAMAGE IS FOUND ON TEAR DOWN, COMPLETE ENGINE REPLACEMENT. This is direct from the repair facilities reports. While driving my 2018 C-300 there was smoking out of tail pipe, a rough vibration, hard…
Electrical SystemJul 2021
To Whom It May Concern, I bought this certified preowned Mercedes Benz, and the recall is open. I have taken the car to the dealership, they deny me from service because its an over the air recall. The Mercedes Benz website clearly states on their letter for consumer that the…
SteeringFeb 2019
The contact owns a 2018 mercedes-benz c300. The contact stated that the manufacturer failed to provide the remedy and part within a reasonable time frame pertaining to NHTSA campaign number: 18V850000 (steering). Mercedes-benz of delray (1001 linton blvd, delray beach, fl 33444,…
EngineOct 2023
My car was diagnosed with positive crankcase ventilation regulator valve performance failure. This should be recalled by the manufacturer because many c300 are having this very same issue
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 55SWF4JB3JU277047 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.