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Mercedes-Benz C-Class recalls

DVSA has published 151 safety recalls that name the Mercedes-Benz C-Class since 2001, 84 of them since 2020. Between them they cover at least 2,104,986 UK vehicles of this model.

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The latest 40 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recalls

  1. C-CLASS, EQE, GLC · srpc2512 - bolting of steering coupling

    8 Sep 2025 · R/2025/333

    Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain C-Class (206 platform) GLC (254 platform) and EQE (295 platform) vehicles the bolting of the steering coupling might not meet specifications.

    Fix: As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will rework the bolting of the steering coupling on the affected vehicles.

    46 vehicles · built 28 Jun 2022 to 20 May 2025

  2. C CLASS · srpc2506 - driver seat belt fitting

    7 May 2025 · R/2025/158

    Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain C-Class (206 platform) vehicles the safety cap of the seatbelt end fitting on the driver seat might not be installed correctly.

    Fix: As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will check the safety cap of the seat belt end fitting on the affected vehicles and rework it if necessary.

    2 vehicles · built 25 Aug 2023 to 4 Jul 2024

  3. C-CLASS, CLS, E-CLASS, GLC · srpc2419 misfire detection m264

    4 Dec 2024 · R/2024/474

    The software of the engine control unit might not meet specifications regarding misfire detection.

    Fix: Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will update the software of the engine control unit on the affected vehicles.

    1,147 vehicles · built 28 Oct 2021 to 19 Apr 2023

  4. C-CLASS · srpc2410 – bolting connection pre-fuse box

    19 Aug 2024 · R/2024/281

    On affected vehicles the bolting of an electrical wire on the pre-fuse box in the passenger-side footwell might have not been tightened with sufficient torque.

    Fix: Check the bolting connection of the wiring harness to the pre-fuse box and repair if necessary.

    69 vehicles · built 7 Dec 2021 to 2 Sep 2022

  5. C-CLASS · srpc2413 - screw connections of 12 v and 48 v ground points

    15 Aug 2024 · R/2024/299

    On affected vehicles the bolts of certain 12V and 48V ground connections might be fastened with an insufficient torque.

    Fix: Check connections and repair if necessary.

    2 vehicles · built 22 Nov 2021 to 3 Dec 2021

  6. C-CLASS · srpc2407 – battery pole cover

    14 May 2024 · R/2024/202

    On affected vehicles the cover for a pole of the 12V battery might not be installed.

    Fix: Check whether the battery positive pole covers have been installed and if necessary install it.

    2 vehicles · built 15 Jul 2021 to 2 Nov 2021

  7. C-CLASS · srpc2338 -rear-axle wiring harness

    11 Apr 2024 · R/2024/125

    On affected vehicles the rear-axle wiring harness might be pre-damaged due to a fixing which might not meet specifications.

    Fix: Check and replace the rear-axle wiring harness if necessary.

    1 vehicle · built 27 Mar 2023 to 27 Mar 2023

  8. AMG GT, C-CLASS, CLE, E-CLASS, EQE SUV, EQS SUV, GLC, S-CLASS, SL · srpc2401 - system protection

    25 Mar 2024 · R/2024/130

    On certain vehicles some 80A fuses installed might not meet requirements.

    Fix: Replace the respective main fuse boxes on the affected vehicles.

    958 vehicles · built 2 Mar 2023 to 11 Sep 2023

  9. A CLASS, C-CLASS, CLA(117), GLA, GLC, S-CLASS · on affected vehicles the panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof might not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair.

    7 Feb 2024 · R/2024/024

    On affected vehicles the panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof might not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair.

    Fix: Check the front fixed element of the panoramic sliding sunroof and replace if necessary.

    45 vehicles · built 9 Jul 2014 to 1 Sep 2017

  10. C-CLASS · on affected vehicles the left brake hose on the rear axle might not have been installed according to specifications.

    22 Nov 2023 · R/2023/308

    On affected vehicles the left brake hose on the rear axle might not have been installed according to specifications.

    Fix: Check the brake hose and replace if necessary.

    1 vehicle · built 22 Jun 2023 to 22 Jun 2023

  11. C-CLASS · on affected vehicles the length of the transmission wiring harness might not meet specifications..

    3 Nov 2023 · R/2023/225

    On affected vehicles the length of the transmission wiring harness might not meet specifications.

    Fix: Check transmission wiring harness routing and rework if necessary.

    3 vehicles · built 12 Apr 2022 to 20 May 2022

  12. C-CLASS · welding between fuel filler pipe and fuel tank might not meet specifications

    2 Oct 2023 · R/2023/260

    On affected vehicles the welding between fuel filler pipe and fuel tank might not meet specifications.

    Fix: Replace the fuel tank.

    3 vehicles · built 23 Nov 2021 to 24 Nov 2021

  13. C-CLASS · on affected vehicles the cable lug of the 48v ground connection in the engine compartment might not be fixed correctly.

    4 Sep 2023 · R/2023/246

    On affected vehicles the cable lug of the 48V ground connection in the engine compartment might not be fixed correctly.�

    Fix: Check the bolting of the ground connection on the affected vehicles and repair if necessary

    6,902 vehicles · built 29 Jan 2019 to 19 Apr 2023

  14. AMG GT, C-CLASS, CLS, E-CLASS, G CLASS, GLC, GLE, GLS(167), S-CLASS, SL · on affected vehicles the fuel pump impeller might not meet specifications and may deform.

    29 Aug 2023 · R/2023/223

    On affected vehicles the fuel pump impeller might not meet specifications and may deform.

    Fix: Replace the fuel pump module.

    • C-CLASS: 2,677 vehicles · built 7 Sep 2021 to 31 Mar 2023
    • C-CLASS: 1,084 vehicles · built 9 Aug 2021 to 19 Dec 2022

  15. C-CLASS · mercedes-benz ag has determined that on certain c-class (206 platform) vehicles the bolts of certain 12v and 48v ground connections might be fastened with an insufficient torque.

    14 Aug 2023 · R/2023/231

    On affected vehicles the bolts of certain 12V and 48V ground connections might be fastened with an insufficient torque.

    Fix: Check the bolting of the ground connections and repair if necessary.

    75 vehicles · built 29 Sep 2021 to 15 Jun 2022

  16. C-CLASS · on affected vehicles the bolts of certain 12v and 48v ground connections might be fastened with an insufficient torque.

    14 Aug 2023 · R/2023/229

    On affected vehicles the bolts of certain 12V and 48V ground connections might be fastened with an insufficient torque.

    Fix: Check the bolting of the ground connections and repair if necessary.

    9 vehicles · built 20 Nov 2021 to 26 Mar 2022

  17. C-CLASS · on affected vehicles the bolts of certain 12v and 48v ground connections might be fastened with an insufficient torque.

    14 Aug 2023 · R/2023/230

    On affected vehicles the bolts of certain 12V and 48V ground connections might be fastened with an insufficient torque.

    Fix: Check the bolting of the ground connections and repair if necessary.

    173 vehicles · built 21 Jul 2021 to 30 Mar 2023

  18. C-CLASS · on affected vehicles the inflation of the front passenger airbag might not meet specifications.

    10 Jul 2023 · R/2023/151

    On affected vehicles the inflation of the front passenger airbag might not meet specifications.

    Fix: Replace the front passenger airbag.

    796 vehicles · built 21 Jul 2021 to 9 May 2022

  19. C-CLASS · on affected vehicles the bolting of the 48v ground connection in the engine compartment might not be sufficiently tightened.

    13 Mar 2023 · R/2023/056

    On affected vehicles the bolting of the 48V ground connection in the engine compartment might not be sufficiently tightened.

    Fix: Check the bolting of the ground connection and correct if necessary.

    2,674 vehicles · built 25 Jun 2019 to 12 Apr 2021

  20. C-CLASS, CLS, E-CLASS, GL, GLC, GLE, GLK, GLS, ML, S-CLASS · on affected vehicles the aluminium bolts of the steering gear could corrode and break due to the intrusion of moisture.

    20 Feb 2023 · R/2023/023

    On affected vehicles the aluminium bolts of the steering gear could corrode and break due to the intrusion of moisture.

    Fix: Replace the steering gear mounting bolts on the affected vehicles with steel bolts. Should the bolts break or already be broken change the steering gear.

    51,251 vehicles · built 25 Oct 2014 to 2 Dec 2016

  21. C-CLASS, CLC, CLK, CLS, E-CLASS · the bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame might not meet specifications.

    6 Feb 2023 · R/2023/020

    On affected vehicles the bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame might not meet specifications. In consequence a separation of the glass panel from the vehicle cannot be excluded.

    Fix: Check the glass panel and replace the sliding roof if necessary.

    3,267 vehicles · built 14 Mar 2000 to 15 Dec 2010

  22. C-CLASS, CLC · the bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame might not meet specifications

    6 Feb 2023 · R/2023/019

    On affected vehicles the bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame might not meet specifications. In consequence a separation of the glass panel from the vehicle cannot be excluded.

    Fix: Check the glass panel and replace the sliding roof if necessary.

    16,535 vehicles · built 14 Mar 2000 to 15 Dec 2010

  23. C-CLASS, CLC · on affected vehicles the bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame might not meet specifications. in consequence a separation of the glass panel from the vehicle cannot be excluded.

    6 Feb 2023 · R/2023/018

    On affected vehicles the bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame might not meet specifications. In consequence a separation of the glass panel from the vehicle cannot be excluded.

    Fix: Check the glass panel and replace the sliding roof if necessary.

    9,567 vehicles · built 14 Mar 2000 to 15 Dec 2010

  24. C-CLASS · a weld seam of the supporting structure of the transmission connection may not correspond with the specifications

    7 Nov 2022 · R/2022/302

    A weld seam of the supporting structure of the transmission connection may not correspond with the specifications.�

    Fix: Check the transmission connection on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.�

    3 vehicles · built 19 Jan 2022 to 20 Jan 2022

  25. C-CLASS · the holding force of the fuel feed line may not correspond with the specifications

    7 Nov 2022 · R/2022/301

    The holding force of the fuel feed line may not correspond with the specifications.

    Fix: Check the fuel line on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.

    702 vehicles · built 27 Apr 2021 to 13 Jun 2022

  26. C-CLASS, EQE, EQS, S-CLASS, SL · software of the communication module may not correspond with the specifications

    26 Oct 2022 · R/2022/300

    The software of the communication module may not correspond with the specifications.

    Fix: Update the software of the communication module in the affected vehicles.

    56 vehicles · built 19 Apr 2021 to 7 Dec 2021

  27. C-CLASS · water ingress into the trunk and therefore moisture might enter into the signal acquisition and actuation module

    24 Oct 2022 · R/2022/290

    Moisture may ingress into the signal acquisition module.

    Fix: Retro fit a cover to the signal acquisition module.

    1,564 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2021 to 9 Jun 2022

  28. C-CLASS · the engine control unit wiring harness might come in contact with the engine hood

    6 Sep 2022 · R/2022/251

    The engine control unit wiring harness might come in contact with the engine hood.

    Fix: Check the routing of the engine control unit wiring harness and correct it if necessary.

    4 vehicles · built 18 Jun 2021 to 18 Oct 2021

  29. C-CLASS · vehicles might be equipped with an incorrect variant of the tyre pressure label in the tank flap

    5 Aug 2022 · R/2022/225

    Vehicles might be equipped with an incorrect variant of the tyre pressure label in the tank flap.

    Fix: The tyre pressure label is to be replaced.

    2 vehicles · built 20 Oct 2021 to 2 Nov 2021

  30. C-CLASS, GLK · the passenger air bag may not deploy as specified

    1 Jun 2022 · R/2022/125

    The passenger airbag may not deploy as specified.

    Fix: Replace the passenger airbag.

    109,809 vehicles · built 30 Aug 2004 to 4 Dec 2013

  31. C-CLASS, GLK · the passenger air bag may not deploy as specified

    1 Jun 2022 · R/2022/124

    The passenger airbag may not deploy as specified.

    Fix: Replace the passenger airbag.

    25 vehicles · built 30 Aug 2004 to 4 Dec 2013

  32. C-CLASS, CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE · individual bolts or chain links of the camshaft timing chain might wear

    23 May 2022 · R/2022/116

    Individual bolts or chain links of the camshaft timing chain might wear in case of a long term operation under specific driving conditions.

    Fix: Replace the camshaft timing chain on the affected vehicles

    714 vehicles · built 20 Feb 2019 to 20 Feb 2019

  33. C-CLASS, S-CLASS · the software of the rear signal acquisition and actuation module might not meet specifications

    16 May 2022 · R/2022/117

    The software of the rear signal acquisition and actuation module might not meet specifications.

    Fix: Update the software of the signal acquisition and actuation module on the affected vehicles.

    605 vehicles · built 20 Jun 2020 to 13 Jan 2022

  34. C-CLASS, G CLASS · one or more control unit vehicle configurations might not meet specifications

    13 May 2022 · R/2022/113

    Vehicles configurations were written into one or more control units that might not meet specifications.

    Fix: Update the configuration of the affected control units on the vehicles.

    3 vehicles · built 18 Sep 2008 to 21 Jun 2012

  35. C-CLASS, S-CLASS · the overhead control panel might be deactivated permanently due to a software error

    25 Apr 2022 · R/2022/112

    The overhead control panel under certain circumstances might be deactivated permanently due to a software error.

    Fix: Update the software of the overhead control panel.

    6 vehicles · built 25 Feb 2021 to 9 Aug 2021

  36. A CLASS, AMG GT 4 DOOR COUPE, C-CLASS, CLA(118), CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, G CLASS, GLC · a particle in the fuel rail might lead to a leak between the fuel rail and the injector

    24 Mar 2022 · R/2022/061

    A particle in the fuel rail might lead to a leak between the fuel rail and the fuel injector.�

    Fix: Replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors on the affected vehicles.�

    26 vehicles · built 17 Jul 2018 to 12 Sep 2019

  37. C-CLASS · on certain vehicles the routing of an electric cable in the engine compartment might not meet specifications

    22 Mar 2022 · R/2022/049

    On certain vehicles the routing of an electric cable in the engine compartment might not meet specifications.

    Fix: Check the cable routing on the affected vehicles and correct it if necessary.

    6,322 vehicles · built 8 Dec 2017 to 25 Jul 2019

  38. C-CLASS, EQE, EQS, S-CLASS, SL · the software of the communication module might not meet specifications

    3 Mar 2022 · R/2022/032

    On certain vehicles the software of the communication module might not meet specifications.

    Fix: As a precautionary measure update the software of the communication module on the affected vehicles. This software update is planned to be performed over-the-air with no workshop visit being required.

    486 vehicles · built 11 Mar 2021 to 17 Dec 2021

  39. C-CLASS, EQS, S-CLASS · the software of the communication module might not meet specifications

    2 Mar 2022 · R/2022/030

    On certain vehicles the software of the communication module might not meet specifications.

    Fix: As a precautionary measure update the software of the communication module on the affected vehicles. This software update is planned to be performed over-the-air with no workshop visit being required.

    63 vehicles · built 11 Mar 2021 to 17 Dec 2021

  40. C-CLASS · on certain vehicles the automatic transmission might have been filled with too much transmission oil

    22 Feb 2022 · R/2022/040

    On certain vehicles the automatic transmission might have been filled with too much transmission oil.

    Fix: Check the oil level of the transmission on the affected vehicles and adjust it if necessary.

    1 vehicle · built 12 Jan 2022 to 12 Jan 2022

Older Mercedes-Benz C-Class recalls

  1. C-CLASS, EQS, S-CLASS · the configuration of the mbux system might not meet specifications16 Feb 2022 · R/2022/018
  2. C-CLASS, CLS, CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, GLE, GLS(167) · the software of the engine control unit might not meet specifications10 Feb 2022 · R/2022/019
  3. C-CLASS, CLS, CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, G CLASS, GLC, GLE, GLS(167), S-CLASS · coolant pump might have a leakage between the vacuum system and the coolant circuit21 Jan 2022 · R/2021/438
  4. C-CLASS, EQS, S-CLASS · the configuration of the mbux system might not meet specifications.12 Jan 2022 · R/2021/434
  5. C-CLASS, CLA, E-CLASS, GL, GLA, GLC, GLE, GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications1 Dec 2021 · R/2021/106
  6. AMG GT, C-CLASS, E-CLASS, GLA, GLC · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications1 Dec 2021 · R/2021/107
  7. C-CLASS, CLA(117), E-CLASS, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLC, GLE, GLS-CLASS, M, SL · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications1 Dec 2021 · R/2021/130
  8. A CLASS (177), A CLASS(176), AMG GT, AMG GT COUPE, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA(117), CLA(118), CLS(218), CLS(257), CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS(167), GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, S-CLASS COUPE, SL 231, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications29 Nov 2021 · R/2021/376
  9. C-CLASS, E-CLASS, GLK · takata airbag might not deploy as specified8 Nov 2021 · R/2021/358
  10. C-CLASS, E-CLASS, GLK · takata airbag might not deploy as specified8 Nov 2021 · R/2021/359
  11. C-CLASS, S-CLASS · a nozzle inside the suction jet pump in the fuel tank might not have been installed or fixed inside the pump according to specifications5 Nov 2021 · R/2021/340
  12. C-CLASS, E-CLASS, GLC, GLE · the belt tensioner arm may have been manufactured with borderline tolerance23 Sep 2021 · R/2021/304
  13. A CLASS(176), C-CLASS, CLA(117), GLA, GLC, GLE COUPE, S-CLASS · vehicles with a panoramic sunroofthe polycarbonate panel may not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair20 Aug 2021 · R/2021/274
  14. A CLASS, C-CLASS, E-CLASS, M CLASS, R CLASS, SLK · the driver's air bag may have a chemical change to its propellant over time17 Aug 2021 · R/2021/277
  15. C-CLASS · diodes on the rectifier bridge of the alternator might fail27 Jul 2021 · R/2021/241
  16. C-CLASS · the bolting of the high voltage battery to the vehicle body in the luggage compartment might not meet specifications16 Jul 2021 · R/2021/249
  17. C-CLASS, CLC, CLK, CLS, E-CLASS · the bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame might not meet specifications28 May 2021 · R/2021/145
  18. A CLASS, A CLASS (177), AMG GT, AMG GT COUPE, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA, CLS, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS, GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, SL CLASS, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications13 May 2021 · R/2021/110
  19. A CLASS (177), A CLASS(176), AMG GT, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA(117), CLA(118), CLS(218), CLS(257), CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLS(167), GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, S-CLASS COUPE, SL CLASS, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications11 May 2021 · R/2021/120
  20. A CLASS (177), A CLASS(176), AMG GT, AMG GT COUPE, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA, CLA(118), CLS(218), CLS(257), CONVERTABLE, CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS(167), GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, S-CLASS COUPE, SL 231, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications10 May 2021 · R/2021/111
  21. C-CLASS, GLC · the connection of the gas lines of the inertisation system might not meet specifications7 May 2021 · R/2021/121
  22. A CLASS (177), A CLASS(176), AMG GT, AMG GT COUPE, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA(117), CLA(118), CLS(218), CLS(257), CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS(167), GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, S-CLASS COUPE, SL CLASS, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications5 May 2021 · R/2021/132
  23. A CLASS (177), A CLASS(176), AMG GT, AMG GT COUPE, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA(117), CLA(118), CLS(218), CLS(257), CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS(167), GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, S-CLASS COUPE, SL, SLC, SLK · the emergency call system might not meet specifications5 May 2021 · R/2021/133
  24. A CLASS (177), A CLASS(176), AMG GT, AMG GT COUPE, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA(117), CLA(118), CLS(218), CLS(257), CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS(167), GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, S-CLASS COUPE, SL CLASS, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications5 May 2021 · R/2021/131
  25. A CLASS (177), A CLASS(176), AMG GT, AMG GT COUPE, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA(117), CLA(118), CLS(218), CLS(257), CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS(167), GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, S-CLASS COUPE, SL CLASS, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications5 May 2021 · R/2021/134
  26. C-CLASS, CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, GLC, GLE · the emergency call system might not meet specifications5 May 2021 · R/2021/129
  27. A CLASS, C-CLASS, CLS, E-CLASS, GLA, GLC, SL, SLC, SLK · the software of certain communication modules may not meet specifications30 Mar 2021 · R/2021/083
  28. A CLASS, B CLASS, C-CLASS, CLA, E-CLASS, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLS, S-CLASS, SLC, SLK · the communication module may be deactivated30 Mar 2021 · R/2021/082
  29. C-CLASS, EQC, GLC · the wiring harness of the steering control unit may not have been manufactured to specification2 Dec 2020 · R/2020/333
  30. C-CLASS, E-CLASS, GLC, GLE, GLS · the high voltage wiring harness shield may not permanently withstand the electrical loads that are induced under certain driving profiles2 Dec 2020 · R/2020/334
  31. C-CLASS · the headlight adjustment may not meet the specification13 Nov 2020 · R/2020/286
  32. AMG GT, C-CLASS, GLC · the software of the esp control unit may not meet the specifications9 Oct 2020 · R/2020/239
  33. A CLASS, AMG GT, B CLASS, C-CLASS, CLA, CLS, E-CLASS, G CLASS, GLA, GLC, S-CLASS, SL, SLC · the emergency call system (ecall) does not meet the specification6 Oct 2020 · R/2020/236
  34. AMG GT, C-CLASS, CLS, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, S-CLASS · the seat belt warning function does not meet the specification6 Oct 2020 · R/2020/240
  35. C-CLASS, CLS, E-CLASS, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS, ML, S-CLASS, SLC, SLK · engine control unit software to be updated6 Oct 2020 · R/2020/243
  36. C-CLASS, E-CLASS · certain specific calibrations of functions must be changed in the engine management5 Oct 2020 · R/2020/200
  37. AMG GT, C-CLASS · the engine control unit software nay not meet specifications10 Sep 2020 · R/2020/201
  38. C-CLASS, CLS, E-CLASS, GLC, S-CLASS · the data documenting the correct mounting of the turbocharger oil feed as well as the oil return line may be missing25 Aug 2020 · R/2020/225
  39. AMG GT COUPE, C-CLASS, E-CLASS, EQC, GLC · the left rear seat backrest lock may not meet specifications21 Aug 2020 · R/2020/197
  40. AMG GT, C-CLASS, CLS, E-CLASS, G CLASS, GLC · certain front seat belt buckles may not have been manufactured according to specification3 Aug 2020 · R/2019/372
  41. C-CLASS · the dimension of the brake discs on the front axle may be too small17 Jul 2020 · R/2020/084
  42. C-CLASS · the heat shield installed at the turbocharger may not meet the specification17 Jul 2020 · R/2020/137
  43. C-CLASS, CLK, CLS, E-CLASS · the bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may not meet specifications4 May 2020 · R/2019/458
  44. C-CLASS · the spring damper software may not meet specifications12 Mar 2020 · R/2020/047
  45. C-CLASS · the tie rod may not be correctly mounted to the right front axle stub5 Nov 2019 · R/2019/338
  46. A CLASS, AMG GT, B CLASS, C-CLASS, CLA, CLS, E-CLASS, GLB, GLE, S-CLASS · the software of the radar control unit may not meet specification18 Sep 2019 · R/2019/269
  47. A CLASS (177), C-CLASS, E-CLASS, GLC · the crankshaft may exhibit surface damages6 Sep 2019 · R/2019/253
  48. C-CLASS · the mounting bolts of the turbocharger oil return line and the crank case ventilation line might have been interchanged21 Jun 2019 · R/2019/160
  49. C-CLASS · software update to improve emissions8 May 2019 · R/2019/077
  50. C-CLASS, E-CLASS, GLC · an internal sensor within the electric power steering unit may not have been manufactured to specifications3 May 2019 · R/2019/043
  51. C-CLASS, E-CLASS, S-CLASS · switches in certain seat belt buckles may not have been manufactured to specifications2 May 2019 · R/2019/040
  52. A CLASS, C-CLASS, CLS, E-CLASS, S-CLASS · a reset in the cpc control unit could occur whilst driving17 Apr 2019 · R/2019/108
  53. C-CLASS, E-CLASS · a lock nut may be cracked in the steering gear16 Apr 2019 · R/2019/092
  54. C-CLASS, E-CLASS · a lock nut may be cracked in the steering gear1 Apr 2019 · R/2019/089
  55. C-CLASS · the electronic stability program control unit software may not match the current specification29 Mar 2019 · R/2019/022
  56. C-CLASS, GLC · the status of the front passenger airbags displayed in the centre console might not be indicated correctly8 Mar 2019 · R/2019/007
  57. C-CLASS, E-CLASS · the lock status of the steering coupling was not correctly documented29 Jan 2019 · R/2019/004
  58. C-CLASS, GLC, GLE, S-CLASS · to improve emissions of the affected vehicles.certain calibrations of functionalities must be changed in the engine management19 Oct 2018 · R/2018/266
  59. C-CLASS · an electric line in the engine compartment may have been routed outside of the specification15 Oct 2018 · R/2018/254
  60. C-CLASS · bonding of the rear beltline trim strips may not be to specification1 Oct 2018 · R/2018/231
  61. C-CLASS, E-CLASS · incorrect underfloor panelling installed21 Aug 2018 · R/2018/204
  62. A CLASS, C-CLASS, E-CLASS, GLA, GLC · driver's airbag gas generator housing failure during deployment14 Aug 2018 · R/2018/168
  63. C-CLASS, E-CLASS · laser welding between backrest rail and backrest metal fitting of front seats may not meet specification14 Aug 2018 · R/2018/158
  64. C-CLASS · incorrect software specification for the steering column switch module9 Aug 2018 · R/2018/205
  65. C-CLASS, E-CLASS · right side of front seat backrests may not lock into place30 Jul 2018 · R/2018/146
  66. C-CLASS, E-CLASS · electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded9 Jul 2018 · R/2018/154
  67. A CLASS, B CLASS, C-CLASS, CLA, GLA, GLC · electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded11 Jun 2018 · R/2018/130
  68. C-CLASS, GLC · airbag control unit connection may not be manufactured to specification1 Jun 2018 · R/2018/121
  69. A CLASS, B CLASS, C-CLASS, CLA, GLA, GLC · steering components may be insufficiently grounded11 May 2018 · R/2018/098
  70. C-CLASS, GLC · electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded9 Apr 2018 · R/2018/055
  71. A CLASS, B CLASS, C-CLASS, CLA, GLA, GLC · electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded9 Apr 2018 · R/2018/069
  72. C-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, GLC, S-CLASS · front seat belt tensioners may not function6 Feb 2018 · R/2018/010
  73. C-CLASS, E-CLASS · electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded2 Feb 2018 · R/2018/006
  74. A CLASS, B CLASS, C-CLASS, CLA, GLA, GLC · electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded18 Dec 2017 · R/2017/282
  75. C-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, GLC, S-CLASS · right front seat belt pre-tensioner may not meet specification26 Oct 2017 · R/2017/253
  76. C-CLASS, E-CLASS, GLC, S CLASS · left front seat belt pre-tensioner may not meet specification4 Sep 2017 · R/2017/147
  77. A CLASS, B CLASS, C-CLASS, CLA, E-CLASS, GLA, GLC · starting current limiter may overload20 Jun 2017 · R/2017/096
  78. C-CLASS, E-CLASS · electric power steering motor defective8 Jun 2017 · R/2017/159
  79. C-CLASS · steering coupling may become loose27 Apr 2017 · R/2017/134
  80. C-CLASS, CL CLASS, CLA, CLS, E-CLASS, GLA, GLC, M CLASS, S CLASS, SLK · faulty control unit may cause vehicle to perform outside specification19 Apr 2017 · R/2017/124
  81. C CLASS, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, SL CLASS · loss of power steering support20 Feb 2017 · R/2017/073
  82. C CLASS · flammable vapour may ignite30 Jan 2017 · R/2016/298
  83. C CLASS · fuel may leak6 Sep 2016 · R/2016/190
  84. C CLASS · 1. airbags may fail to deploy or 2. airbags may deploy without obvious cause4 Apr 2016 · R/2016/034
  85. C CLASS · risk of fire23 Mar 2016 · R/2016/032
  86. A CLASS, B CLASS, C CLASS, CLA, CLS, E CLASS, GLA, SLC, SLK-CLASS · risk of fire21 Jan 2016 · R/2015/259
  87. A CLASS, B CLASS, C CLASS, CLA, E CLASS, GLA, SLK-CLASS · engine may fail19 Nov 2015 · R/2015/210
  88. C CLASS · oil may leak1 Sep 2015 · R/2015/150
  89. C CLASS, E CLASS · front seats may not be secured acording to specification30 Jul 2015 · R/2015/149
  90. C CLASS · passenger airbag may not function as intended23 Jul 2015 · R/2015/120
  91. C CLASS · side restraint system may not function as intended7 Jul 2015 · R/2015/121
  92. C CLASS · engine may stall19 May 2015 · R/2015/081
  93. C CLASS · vehicle may shut down14 May 2015 · R/2015/083
  94. A CLASS, B CLASS, C CLASS, CLA, CLS, E CLASS, GLA, M CLASS, SLK-CLASS · oil may leak16 Jan 2015 · R/2014/182
  95. C CLASS · steering control may be affected30 Sep 2014 · R/2014/113
  96. C CLASS, CL CLASS, E CLASS, S CLASS, SLK-CLASS · fuel may leak28 Mar 2013 · R/2013/031
  97. C CLASS, E CLASS · engine may cut out29 Jan 2013 · R/2012/159
  98. C CLASS, CLS, E CLASS, G CLASS, R CLASS, S CLASS · fuel may leak26 Jan 2012 · R/2011/172
  99. C CLASS, E CLASS, M CLASS, R CLASS, S CLASS · fuel may leak7 Jan 2011 · R/2010/205
  100. C CLASS · brake system may not operate to specification29 Nov 2010 · R/2010/150
  101. C CLASS, E CLASS · power assisted steering may leak oil.27 Oct 2010 · R/2010/156
  102. C CLASS, CLK, CLS, E CLASS, G CLASS, M CLASS, R CLASS, S CLASS · engine could lose power.17 Nov 2008 · R/2008/149
  103. C CLASS, S CLASS, SL CLASS · driving stability may be affected17 Nov 2008 · R/2008/152
  104. A CLASS, C CLASS, CLK, E CLASS, M CLASS, R CLASS, SLK-CLASS · engine emergency shut off on board diagnosis or tank/speedo signal may be affected10 Nov 2008 · R/2008/147
  105. C CLASS · engine may cut out11 Dec 2006 · R/2006/183
  106. C CLASS, E CLASS, S CLASS · engine may revert to limp home mode19 Jan 2006 · R/2006/046
  107. C CLASS · rear seat belts may not engage correctly9 Jan 2004 · R/2003/185
  108. C CLASS · bonnet could open without warning18 Nov 2003 · R/2010/153
  109. C CLASS · possible loss of steering control19 Sep 2003 · R/2003/146
  110. C CLASS, E CLASS, S CLASS, SL · unintentional deployment of air bag8 May 2001 · R/2000/142
  111. C CLASS · exhaust pipe may break27 Apr 2001 · R/2000/102

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Source: DVSA recalls register, check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk, copy dated 6 Sep 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. A recall is listed here when DVSA names this model in it; the build dates on each recall say which cars it covers, and a registration check confirms your own.