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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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WDDGF8AB5DR••••••2013 Mercedes-benz C300
This build draws 11.0× more complaints than the average 2013 Mercedes-benz C300 build (11 vs 1).
11on this build
3on the model
3builds in total
1involved a crash
1injuries
Most reportedAir Bags 5Structure 3Suspension 2Service Brakes 1
What owners of this build wrote
Service BrakescrashSep 2016
On 09-12-16 I was involved in a rear end collision (35+ mph). I was stopped in traffic (interstate highway). My vehicle was in eco mode and the vehicle's brake hold feature was activated, the brake was fully engaged/pressed, and hold was displayed on the forward instrument…
StructureOct 2025
Vehicle Information: Year: 2013 Make: Mercedes-Benz Model: C300 (4MATIC) Approximate Mileage: 126,026 Component: Latches/Locks/Linkages – Interior Door Handle Summary of Issue: On October 10, 2025, the interior driver-side door handle on my 2013 Mercedes-Benz C300 broke, making…
Fuel/propulsion SystemDec 2024
Fuel tank is leaking at connection between fill tube and tank. Multiple recalls have been issued apparently for similar problems with cars of other years. With less than 1/2 tank, the fuel leak is not as pronounced. With the tank full, the tank drips fuel. Fire department in…
Fuel SystemNov 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that the fuel tank was leaking after refueling. The fuel had leaked out to half tank. The Fire Department was called, but no assistance was provided. The contact stated that there was a puddle of fuel in the…
SuspensionFeb 2024
Broke rear subframe while driving. Made it home discovered the left rear suspension is almost completely detached from the vehicle. Researched the problem and discovered it’s a known issue and a warranty extension has been provided for some vehicles including some models of my…
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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 WDDGF8AB5DR283269 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.