1 recall and 2 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300.
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recalls
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owner complaints
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complaints mentioning a crash
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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.
2026 Mercedes-Benz C300 recalls
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
NHTSA campaign 26V281000 · reported May 1, 2026 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 144,049 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024-2026 AMG GT, C-Class, E-Class, SL, CLE, and GLC vehicles. The infotainment control unit may reset while the vehicle is in motion and cause the instrument panel display to go blank.
The risk
An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the infotainment control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 29, 2026. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2026050004. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 8, 2026.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Air bags1
Structure1
Vehicle speed control1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Sep 21, 2026 · Structure · 1,729 miles
The contact owns a 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that there was white powder discovered inside the vehicle. The contact initially thought that it was mold. The contact stated that the heating system had caused the issue. The air bag dust was on the headliner and the driver's side A-pillar. The vehicle…
May 22, 2026 · Vehicle speed control
When driving 75mph in order to change my favorite radio station, I must go to the center tablet, scroll until I find the station desired and then must tap it in the center or it does not change. On my 2025 MB C model you could change the channels on the steering column. I asked MB to research this issue and I was told…
Does the 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300, the most recent reported on May 1, 2026 (Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300?
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (1 complaints), followed by structure (1).
How many 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300 complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 2 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 21, 2026.