2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300.

20212023
Complaints
38
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
3
Fatalities
Recalls
8

Worst 2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#17 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:5,500 mi
#24 complaints

Fuel System

#33 complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings

Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300.

Electrical Faults
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
5,500
Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Dynamic Brake Support/Brake Assist
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300

8 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~249,215 vehicles.

25V253000Seat Belts:front
~46 affected

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 C 300, and 2023-2024 AMG C 43 vehicles. The driver-side seat belt cover may not be properly installed on the seat belt tensioner, which can cause the seat belt anchor to come loose.

24V446000Wiring & Fuses
~1,058 affected

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 C 300 vehicles. The bolt securing the electrical wire to the pre-fuse box could be improperly tightened, causing the wire to overheat. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024070005.

23V880000Fuel Pump
~79,676 affected

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.

23V462000Electrical System:wiring
~8,178 affected

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 C300 and 2023 AMG C43 vehicles. The transmission wiring harness may be the incorrect length, which can result in harness damage and a loss of drive power.

23V463000Electrical System:wiring
~1,558 affected

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 C300 and 2023 AMG C43 vehicles. The ground connections for the electrical wiring harness may not be secured properly, which can result in the electrical wiring harness overheating.

23V445000Fuel Pump
~143,551 affected

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.

22V678000Electrical System:wiring: Rear Compartment/trunk
~6,752 affected

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 C300 vehicles. Moisture accumulation in the trunk may leak into the signal acquisition module (SAM), causing an electrical short circuit.

22V189000Steering: Steering Wheel/handle Bar
~8,396 affected

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, EClass Coupe/Convertible, CLS, AMG GT 4-doors Coupe, and EQS vehicles with a heated leather steering wheel. Due to a software error in the hand detection control unit, the hands-off detection might not detect when the driver's hands are away from the steering wheel when using the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC system.

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2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300 has 38 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 8 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 7 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (7 complaints, avg 5,500 mi); Fuel System (4 complaints); Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings (3 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 5,500 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300?
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300 include 2 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300 have any recalls?
Yes — 8 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 249,215 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Mercedes-Benz C 300 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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