4 recalls and 56 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz C280.
4
recalls
56
owner complaints
2
complaints mentioning a crash
1
mentioning a fire
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2007 Mercedes-Benz C280 recalls
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
NHTSA campaign 24V874000 · reported November 19, 2024 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 33,456 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and can detach.
The risk
A detached sunroof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall number 22V-954. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024120001/2/3.
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
NHTSA campaign 22V954000 · reported December 23, 2022 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 131,653 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and may detach.
The risk
A detached sunroof panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall expands NHTSA recall number 19V-918. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2023010004, 2023010005, and 2023010006.
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
NHTSA campaign 21V196000 · reported March 19, 2021 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 11,356 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2007 C350, C230, C280, CLK350, E320CDI, E350 Wagon, E350, 2006 C55 AMG, CLK500, CLS500, CLS55 AMG, E500 Wagon, E500, E55 AMG, 2007 CLK550, CLS550, CLS63 AMG, E550, E63 AMG, and E63 Wagon AMG vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly causing the glass panel to detach from the vehicle.
The risk
A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of recall number 19V-918. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040012.
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
NHTSA campaign 19V918000 · reported December 20, 2019 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. · 747,928 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V918-4126.pdf
The risk
A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020040011.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Fuel/propulsion system16
Engine10
Fuel system, gasoline5
Engine and engine cooling4
Power train4
Unknown or other4
Air bags3
Electrical system3
Seats3
Steering3
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
May 21, 2026 · Seat belts · crash reported
driver seat belt. seat belt did not lock during crash with airbag deployment. problem has not been confirmed. police observed the belt not locked in either extended or retracted position after collision. burn marks on belt would indicate belt was in use
Dec 15, 2025 · Air bags
My Mercedes has never been recalled for the Takata air bag recall and now I have a warning about the SRS, Supplemental Restraint System. What ever happened to vehicles having replacement air bags??
Dec 15, 2025 · Structure
I have never been contacted about this recall either. This is the second complaint form I have filed. First one filed 12/28/2019.
Jul 2, 2025 · Steering
June 2, 2025 To Mercedes Customer Service: Safety Issue. This weekend I experienced the most frightening encounter that I ever had in a car. As I was driving on a 4-lane bypass highway at 55MPH my car suddenly and erratically turned to the right almost sending me into the cement bridge guards (I was driving over a…
Mar 10, 2025 · Service brakes
Grinding nose after I did the breaks. And when I press the gas it acts like the e brake is on on
Does the 2007 Mercedes-Benz C280 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz C280, the most recent reported on November 19, 2024 (Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mercedes-Benz C280?
Owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel/propulsion system (16 complaints), followed by engine (10).
How many 2007 Mercedes-Benz C280 complaints mention a crash or fire?
2 of 56 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received May 21, 2026.