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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 55SWF4KB8FU060034 · Checked Oct 17, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 26

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55SWF4KB8FU•••••• 2015 Mercedes-benz C300

This build draws 1.9× more complaints than the average 2015 Mercedes-benz C300 build (26 vs 14).

26on this build
366on the model
27builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reported Engine 8 Fuel/propulsion System 7 Structure 5 Steering 3

What owners of this build wrote

Structure crash Dec 2017
I was driving at approx. 20-25 mph during day light and all of a sudden there was light blinked on my dashboard for applying the brakes because of another vehicle ahead of me. I applied the brakes as well as brake assist plus system got activated as well. But still my vehicle…
Steering Aug 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly veered to the left. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel became inoperable, and the contact was unable to straighten the…
Unknown Or Other Apr 2025
Engine Light- Crankcase Ventilation Valve Replacement P052E71. Vehicle will jolt aggressively at the time of acceleration
Suspension Jan 2025
On January 21,2025, I had an appointment for an inspection at Mercedes Benz of Smithtown, the dealership I use. I was informed that my car required replacement of a rotted rear subframe. A hole had rotted through, causing the car to "Fail inspection and was NOT SAFE" to drive. I…
Engine Oct 2024
P052e positive crankcase ventilation regularly valve. 2015 Mercedes Benz c300 turbo 4matic
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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 55SWF4KB8FU060034 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.