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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 55SWF4KB9GU124793 · Checked Sep 11, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 17

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55SWF4KB9GU•••••• 2016 Mercedes-benz C300

This build draws 2.6× more complaints than the average 2016 Mercedes-benz C300 build (17 vs 7).

17on this build
280on the model
43builds in total
Most reported Engine 7 Fuel/propulsion System 3 Steering 2 Visibility/wiper 1

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Engine May 2026
NHTSA Safety Complaint – 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 Vehicle: 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 | Mileage: 74,662 miles What Happened I’m filing this complaint because my 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 suffered a sudden, complete engine failure at 74,662 miles, and I believe it’s a safety risk that…
Steering May 2025
When I was driving down the road my car got a message on the dash that said power steering malfunction see owners manual. My steering wheel got locked up and tight it was hard to keep control of my car at 60 miles per hour. When I took it to the repair shop, I asked about the…
Unknown Or Other Aug 2023
My check engine light popped on with code p052E for the Positive Crankcase Ventilation Regulator Valve Performance
Power Train Apr 2023
Check engine light comes up. The crankcase ventilation has to be replaced. This is a well known defect in design by Mercedes Benz and there are hundreds of people who have had to replaced the crank case costing thousands of dollar to only have it happen again due to its faulty…
Exterior Lighting Feb 2023
When starting car you can smell gasoline the smell stays while driving
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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 55SWF4KB9GU124793 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.