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WDDGF54X89R••••••2009 Mercedes Benz C300
This build draws 2.9× more complaints than the average 2009 Mercedes Benz C300 build (26 vs 9).
26on this build
515on the model
58builds in total
3involved a crash
1involved a fire
2injuries
Most reportedElectrical System 11Air Bags 11Steering 6Exterior Lighting 4
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagscrashMar 2019
The contact owned a 2009 mercedes-benz c300. While driving 35 mph, the contact's vehicle crashed into the side of another vehicle. The air bags deployed and shrapnel from the air bags caused cuts to the contact's arm and face. Medical attention was received. A police report was…
Electrical SystemfireFeb 2013
Driving at night. Instrument warning of numerous failed tail lights on both sides at the same time. Pulled over and opened trunk. Trunk was filled with smoke and burning plastic smell. Observed electrical connectors on both tail light bulb holders melting and smoldering. Visual…
SteeringAug 2016
In stationary position in a parking lot steer wheel locks up when parked with wheels forward / turning key to start engine does not work
EngineDec 2015
Last week took vehicle to get serviced at mercedes benz of beverly hills. When I got it back I heard a whistling/flapping noise. Immediately returned to mercedes service. Was told its nothing of concern if the noise only happens in the mornings and dissipates when driving.…
Exterior LightingJul 2011
There is no failure of the vehicle but it is a safety issue. Fog light lens that is made of glass has no safety barriers to protect it from breakage and it is mounted very low. With the crack of the lens, the fog light needs to be changed and the cost to change is it $248.…
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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 WDDGF54X89R063914 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.