Model year
2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
NHTSA does not list the EPA model name C-Class for 2021. Under the matched names AMG C43, AMG C63, AMG C63 S, C 300, and C 300 4MATIC, NHTSA lists 7 recalls and 17 complaints (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints for C 300 are ENGINE (8), FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (2), AIR BAGS (1). NHTSA rated 2 variants 5 stars overall. EPA rates it 20–27 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,050–$4,100, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2000 8 complaints
- 2001 14 complaints
- 2002 31 complaints
- 2003 9 complaints
- 2004 15 complaints
- 2005 5 complaints
- 2006 9 complaints
- 2007 280 complaints
- 2008 13 complaints
- 2009 670 complaints
- 2010 476 complaints
- 2011 516 complaints
- 2012 1 complaints
- 2013 575 complaints
- 2014 284 complaints
- 2015 452 complaints
- 2016 322 complaints
- 2017 253 complaints
- 2018 130 complaints
- 2019 79 complaints
- 2020 46 complaints
- 2021 17 complaints
- 2022 26 complaints
- 2023 26 complaints
- 2024 15 complaints
- 2025 4 complaints
- 2026 4 complaints
- 2027 0 complaints
Matched NHTSA names
The EPA model name is not itself a name in the NHTSA file for 2021. The counts in the answer are the sum of the names below. Overlap between those names is not removed.
| NHTSA name | Recalls | Complaints | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMG C43 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| AMG C63 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| AMG C63 S | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| C 300 | 7 | 14 | 0 |
| C 300 4MATIC | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Recalls for C 300
23V445000 · Jun 26, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
22V365000 · May 20, 2022
COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for…
22V232000 · Apr 8, 2022
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The rearview…
21V406000 · May 28, 2021
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C300 Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG S Cabriolet, E450 Cabriolet, and E53 AMG Cabriolet vehicles. The rear headrests may be incorrectly mounted to the seatbacks.
21V230000 · Apr 1, 2021
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER; AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION; SEATS
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLC, CLS, AMG GT 4-door Coupe and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. A faulty electrical contact within the seat…
21V058000 · Feb 5, 2021
COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for…
21V032000 · Jan 29, 2021
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2021 C300, 2017-2020 AMG C43, and AMG C63 vehicles. The front seat belts might not fully retract to their stowed position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety…
Complaints for C 300
14 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 0, fire flag on 0, injury field 0, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations for C 300
No investigations are matched to this name.
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 DR 4WD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| 2 DR RWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| 4 DR 4WD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.111 | NHTSA photo |
| 4 DR RWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.111 | NHTSA photo |
| Cabriolet C 4WD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| Cabriolet C RWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C300 Coupe · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 24 | 33 | 27 | — | — | $3,050 |
| C300 4matic Coupe · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 23 | 32 | 26 | — | — | $3,150 |
| C300 4matic Convertible · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 22 | 30 | 25 | — | — | $3,300 |
| C300 Convertible · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 23 | 31 | 26 | — | — | $3,150 |
| C300 4matic · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 23 | 33 | 27 | — | — | $3,050 |
| C300 · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 23 | 35 | 27 | — | — | $3,050 |
| AMG C63 S Convertible · 4L · Automatic 9-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 17 | 25 | 20 | — | — | $4,100 |
| AMG C63 Convertible · 4L · Automatic 9-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 17 | 25 | 20 | — | — | $4,100 |
| AMG C63 S Coupe · 4L · Automatic 9-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 17 | 26 | 20 | — | — | $4,100 |
| AMG C63 Coupe · 4L · Automatic 9-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 17 | 26 | 20 | — | — | $4,100 |
| AMG C43 4matic Coupe · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 | 27 | 22 | — | — | $3,750 |
| AMG C43 4matic Convertible · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 | 27 | 22 | — | — | $3,750 |
3 more configurations are in the EPA file and are not listed in this table. The fuel-cost calculator lists every configuration.
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Check a vehicle
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