Mercedes Benz UK Limited

C Class

36 UK vehicle recalls on record for this model, listed most recent first.

If your C Class is covered by any of these notices, contact your authorised Mercedes Benz UK Limited dealer. All recall work is carried out free of charge.

Notices on record

Mercedes Benz UK Limited C Class · DVSA register

All recall notices.

SRPC2407 – Battery Pole Cover

R/2024/202 · 14 May 2024

14 May 2024

Defect

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

Remedy

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

Build window

Built 15 Jul 2021 – 2 Nov 2021

~2 vehicles affected
LEFT FRONT SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATION

R/2017/147 · 4 Sep 2017

4 Sep 2017

Defect

The propellant mix in certain seatbelt pre-tensioners ignitors may be incorrect. If the front seatbelt pre-tensioners are deployed the lock function of the pre-tensioners cannot be guaranteed.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front seatbelts that are likely to be affected.

Build window

Built 1 Apr 2016 – 31 Mar 2017

~78 vehicles affected
STARTING CURRENT LIMITER MAY OVERLOAD

R/2017/096 · 20 Jun 2017

20 Jun 2017

Defect

Where the car incurs severe engine damage resulting in the engine failing to turn over (engine seizure) and if the driver repeatedly attempts to start the engine despite the engine not cranking the very high electrical current could lead to overheating of the starting current limiter and the potential for a fire.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and install an additional fuse in the electrical line to the starter.

Build window

Built 1 Feb 2014 – 28 Feb 2017

~74,444 vehicles affected
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING MOTOR DEFECTIVE

R/2017/159 · 8 Jun 2017

8 Jun 2017

Defect

Contacts inside the electric power steering motor may not have been correctly formed. Failure of these contacts would cause the loss of power steering assistance.If this happens a warning lamp will illuminate

Remedy

Replace the electric power steering motor on affected vehicles.

Build window

Built 1 Aug 2014 – 31 Dec 2016

~16 vehicles affected
STEERING COUPLING MAY BECOME LOOSE

R/2017/134 · 27 Apr 2017

27 Apr 2017

Defect

The threaded connection for the steering column coupling to the steering rack pinion may not be tightened correctly. Overtime time the connection could loosen and fall out allowing a situation where the steering control could be lost.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the tightness of the threaded connection for the steering column coupling. Where necessary the joint will be removed and inspected. If not serviceable it will be replaced. A new threaded connection will be used where the tightness is not correct.

Build window

Built 1 Mar 2013 – 31 Dec 2014

~7 vehicles affected
FAULTY CONTROL UNIT MAY CAUSE VEHICLE TO PERFORM OUTSIDE SPECIFICATION

R/2017/124 · 19 Apr 2017

19 Apr 2017

Defect

Where a control unit coding was updated in a workshop between 3 December 2016 and 5 December 2016 the coding may not correspond to the specification and may trigger unplanned action in the vehicle. The safety and emissions systems may not react as design intent.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and update the software in the corresponding control units.

Build window

Built 1 Jan 2004 – 31 Mar 2017

~42 vehicles affected
LOSS OF POWER STEERING SUPPORT

R/2017/073 · 20 Feb 2017

20 Feb 2017

Defect

It has been identified that the pins within the electric power assisted steering control unit may not have been contact welded correctly. This can result in an open circuit which will lead to a loss of power steering assistance and possible loss of control of the vehicle.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles and replace electric power assisted steering.

Build window

Affected build dates not specified

~14 vehicles affected
FLAMMABLE VAPOUR MAY IGNITE

R/2016/298 · 30 Jan 2017

30 Jan 2017

Defect

The threaded connection on the Adblue filler pipe and ground cable for the fuel tank access may not be correctly tightened on vehicles with diesel engine OM651. It is possible for the connection to work loose and fail thereby causing the possibility of an electrostatic discharge. In extreme conditions there is a possibility of fire.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary correct the connection of the Adblue filler pipe and ground cable.

Build window

Built 1 Aug 2015 – 30 Sep 2015

~5 vehicles affected
FUEL MAY LEAK

R/2016/190 · 6 Sep 2016

6 Sep 2016

Defect

A high pressure fuel line to the fuel pump may work looses and allow diesel to leak

Remedy

On affected vehicles replace fuel line

Build window

Built 1 Dec 2013 – 30 Apr 2016

~3,591 vehicles affected
1. AIRBAGS MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY OR 2. AIRBAGS MAY DEPLOY WITHOUT OBVIOUS CAUSE

R/2016/034 · 4 Apr 2016

4 Apr 2016

Defect

Due to corrosion of internal components the SRS control unit may fail. This will deactivate SRS components such as airbags or in rare instances cause an SRS component to unintentionally deploy.

Remedy

On affected vehicles replace the SRS control Unit.

Build window

Built 1 Mar 2006 – 30 Nov 2009

~31,091 vehicles affected
RISK OF FIRE

R/2016/032 · 23 Mar 2016

23 Mar 2016

Defect

The threaded connection of the battery ground may not be tightened correctly due to deviation in the tightening angle monitoring. In the event of a poor ground of the battery line a temporarily higher transition resistance could lead to the formation of sparks and local heating. This would increase the risk of fire.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the ground connection of the battery line and if necessary replace the ground connection.

Build window

Built 20 May 2014 – 30 Nov 2014

~27 vehicles affected
RISK OF FIRE

R/2015/259 · 21 Jan 2016

21 Jan 2016

Defect

The high pressure fuel lines have not been manufactured to the correct specification which over time can lead to crack formation and fuel leaking. Fuel escaping in the presence of an ignition source could lead to fire.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the high pressure fuel lines.

Build window

Built 28 Oct 2015 – 19 Nov 2015

~1,327 vehicles affected
ENGINE MAY FAIL

R/2015/210 · 19 Nov 2015

19 Nov 2015

Defect

The camshaft could break and damage the engine due to it not being manufactured to the correct specification. If the condition occurs it will lead to a sudden loss of drive thereby increasing the risk of a collision.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the exhaust camshaft.

Build window

Built 16 Jul 2015 – 11 Sep 2015

~395 vehicles affected
OIL MAY LEAK

R/2015/150 · 1 Sep 2015

1 Sep 2015

Defect

On affected vehicles the transmission oil cooler return pipe may not have been mounted correctly. It is possible vibration may cause the pipe to fail and leak oil.

Remedy

Correctly mount oil cooler pipes.

Build window

Built 1 Apr 2014 – 30 Sep 2014

~5,389 vehicles affected
FRONT SEATS MAY NOT BE SECURED ACORDING TO SPECIFICATION

R/2015/149 · 30 Jul 2015

30 Jul 2015

Defect

The threaded connections to the rear of the front seats may not have been tightened correctly. In the case of a serious vehicle accident the seat connection may not function as designed resulting in an elevated risk of injury to the occupants.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary correct the torque of the connections at the rear of the front seats.

Build window

Built 2 Jun 2014

~10 vehicles affected
PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY NOT FUNCTION AS INTENDED

R/2015/120 · 23 Jul 2015

23 Jul 2015

Defect

On affected vehicles a control unit under the front passenger seat may not have been correctly installed. This may adversely affect the seat occupancy recognition system.The seat occupancy recognition system may not correctly identify seat occupancy and may incorrectly activate or deactivate the air bag. Activation status will be notified by the passenger air bag warning system.

Remedy

Check control unit installation and correct if necessary. Where necessary replace passenger seat cushion.

Build window

Built 1 Aug 2013 – 30 Apr 2014

~11 vehicles affected
SIDE RESTRAINT SYSTEM MAY NOT FUNCTION AS INTENDED

R/2015/121 · 7 Jul 2015

7 Jul 2015

Defect

The threaded connection of the crash sensors at the B-pillars may not be to specification. There is a possibility that the side restraint system may trigger too late or not at all in the event of a side impact which may pose an increased risk of injury for the vehicle occupants.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary correct the threaded connection of the crash sensors at both the left and right B-pillars.

Build window

Built 1 Oct 2014 – 30 Oct 2014

~3 vehicles affected
ENGINE MAY STALL

R/2015/081 · 19 May 2015

19 May 2015

Defect

It is possible on certain petrol (gasoline) vehicles that the mounting hooks for the jet pump may not have been manufactured to specification. The jet pump is mounted on top of the fuel delivery module in the fuel tank and if the mounting hooks were to fail it will result in the jet pump detaching from the module and a possible fall in fuel pressure. This fall in fuel pressure could either result in the engine not starting or in worst cases causing the engine to cut out or stall. This could affect the drivers ability to control the vehicle.

Remedy

Recall all likely to be affected vehicles to install an additional clip to the jet pump.

Build window

Built 1 Mar 2014 – 31 Aug 2014

~1,364 vehicles affected
VEHICLE MAY SHUT DOWN

R/2015/083 · 14 May 2015

14 May 2015

Defect

Due to a software code error it is possible that the 1.6ltr 4 cylinder diesel engines may suffer a stalling situation during the warm-up phase and where the engine is subjected to high load requirements. However if the engine does stall it can be immediately restarted and the vehicle can be driven without restrictions. Furthermore all safety systems remain fully functional.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles to update the engine control unit software.

Build window

Built 1 Apr 2014 – 28 Feb 2015

~437 vehicles affected
OIL MAY LEAK

R/2014/182 · 16 Jan 2015

16 Jan 2015

Defect

On certain diesel engines the 'O' ring may not have been produced to the correct specification. This may allow oil to leak and contaminate the environment. If excessive oil is lost engine damage may occur.

Remedy

On affected vehicles replace the chain tensioner sealing ring.

Build window

Built 1 Feb 2014 – 30 Nov 2014

~61,672 vehicles affected
STEERING CONTROL MAY BE AFFECTED

R/2014/113 · 30 Sep 2014

30 Sep 2014

Defect

It is possible that the steering column coupling lock may not have been installed correctly. The driver will recieve warning of the issue by noise. However in extreme circumstances it is possible that steering control of the vehicle could be affected.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles to check and if required replace the steering coupling.

Build window

Built 17 Jan 2014 – 22 Sep 2014

~8,140 vehicles affected
FUEL MAY LEAK

R/2013/031 · 28 Mar 2013

28 Mar 2013

Defect

The flange of the fuel filter may leak due to a non-compliance in the supplier's production process. Should this occur a fuel odour may arise or fuel escape.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the fuel filter.

Build window

Affected build dates not specified

~806 vehicles affected
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT

R/2012/159 · 29 Jan 2013

29 Jan 2013

Defect

Cracks in the charge air hose may possibly occur. This may subsequently lead to the engine switching to limp-home mode. In rare individual cases the engine shutting off cannot be ruled out.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the charge air hose.

Build window

Built 1 Aug 2011 – 31 Dec 2011

~6,090 vehicles affected
FUEL MAY LEAK

R/2011/172 · 26 Jan 2012

26 Jan 2012

Defect

Fuel leaks in the plug area of the drain opening may occur at the fuel filter with integrated fuel heaters. Fuel can escape and is noticeable to the customer due to a corresponding diesel odour. The diesel can reach the road and as a result friction between the tyres and road surface may be decreased.

Remedy

Check filter and replace as necessary.

Build window

Affected build dates not specified

~22,298 vehicles affected
FUEL MAY LEAK

R/2011/172 · 26 Jan 2012

26 Jan 2012

Defect

Fuel leaks in the plug area of the drain opening may occur at the fuel filter with integrated fuel heaters. Fuel can escape and is noticeable to the customer due to a corresponding diesel odour. The diesel can reach the road and as a result friction between the tyres and road surface may be decreased.

Remedy

Check filter and replace as necessary.

Build window

Built 1 Jan 2009 – 15 Dec 2011

~22,298 vehicles affected
FUEL MAY LEAK

R/2010/205 · 7 Jan 2011

7 Jan 2011

Defect

Fuel may leak from the fuel filter housing onto the road surface and thereby make the road slippery for road users.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the fuel filter housing if it is leaking.

Build window

Affected build dates not specified

~2,972 vehicles affected
BRAKE SYSTEM MAY NOT OPERATE TO SPECIFICATION

R/2010/150 · 29 Nov 2010

29 Nov 2010

Defect

Some vehicles may have been fitted with incorrect specification brake discs. This in extreme cases may have an affect on the brake efficiency should the vehicle have to carry out an emergency stop.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles for the replacement of the rear brake discs.

Build window

Affected build dates not specified

~4 vehicles affected
POWER ASSISTED STEERING MAY LEAK OIL.

R/2010/156 · 27 Oct 2010

27 Oct 2010

Defect

It is possible that a power assisted steering fluid leak could occur on the connection from the connection on the fluid line to pump. Drivers should be made aware of the concern by noise being emitted whilst the vehicle is being driven.

Remedy

Recall all affected to check the connection and if required replace the sealing ring.

Build window

Affected build dates not specified

~22,586 vehicles affected
DRIVING STABILITY MAY BE AFFECTED

R/2008/152 · 17 Nov 2008

17 Nov 2008

Defect

It has been identified that during production or a repair faulty Active Body Control (ABC) acceleration sensors may have been fitted. This has the potential to cause vibrations at the front axle thus influencing the driving stability and operational safety.

Remedy

Recalled vehicles will have the ABC acceleration sensor checked and replaced as necessary.

Build window

Affected build dates not specified

~256 vehicles affected
ENGINE COULD LOSE POWER.

R/2008/149 · 17 Nov 2008

17 Nov 2008

Defect

The electrical connection in the interior of the crankshaft sensor's chip housing may be interrupted which may result in loss of power and the inability to restart engine

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and replace crankshaft sensor

Build window

Built 1 Jan 2006 – 31 Dec 2007

~19,331 vehicles affected
ENGINE EMERGENCY SHUT OFF ON BOARD DIAGNOSIS OR TANK/SPEEDO SIGNAL MAY BE AFFECTED

R/2008/147 · 10 Nov 2008

10 Nov 2008

Defect

Possibility of transfer of incorrect control unit software which could affect engine shut off control in an emergency situation or the on board diagnosis system or tank/speedometer signal

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and replace SAM control unit

Build window

Built 1 Jan 2004 – 8 Oct 2008

~72 vehicles affected
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT

R/2006/183 · 11 Dec 2006

11 Dec 2006

Defect

A fuse within an electronic control module may become loose. This can result in the vehicle failing to start. In the worst case the engine may cut out whilst the vehicle is being driven.

Remedy

Recalled vehicles will have the subject module replaced.

Build window

Affected build dates not specified

~29 vehicles affected
ENGINE MAY REVERT TO LIMP HOME MODE

R/2006/046 · 19 Jan 2006

19 Jan 2006

Defect

The differential pressure sensor for the diesel particulate filter can fail due to contamination of the protective gel layer by exhaust gases. This will result in the car reverting to limp home mode (restricted engine speed).

Remedy

Replace the differential pressure sensor with the latest modified type.

Build window

Affected build dates not specified

~4,869 vehicles affected
REAR SEAT BELTS MAY NOT ENGAGE CORRECTLY

R/2003/185 · 9 Jan 2004

9 Jan 2004

Defect

Rear Seat Belt may not engage correctly

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and replace seat belt buckle

Build window

Built 1 Aug 2003 – 1 Oct 2003

~4,372 vehicles affected
BONNET COULD OPEN WITHOUT WARNING

R/2010/153 · 18 Nov 2003

18 Nov 2003

Defect

It is possible that due to a previous minor collision which the driver may have considered insignificant the bonnet securing hook may have been damaged which could result in the opening of the bonnet if it has not been closed correctly.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles for the replacement of the hook with a modified hook.

Build window

Affected build dates not specified

~2 vehicles affected
POSSIBLE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL

R/2003/146 · 19 Sep 2003

19 Sep 2003

Defect

It is possible that the steering coupling at the union with the steering gear may not be correctly positioned and/or sufficiently torqued. This could lead to the steering gear becoming detached from the steering column with subsequent loss of steering control.

Remedy

Check the position of the steering coupling and the fasteners for correct torque.

Build window

Affected build dates not specified

~16 vehicles affected

Data from the DVSA Vehicle Recall register (Crown Copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0). Last indexed: 2026-04-26.

These records are provided for reference. Contact your authorised Mercedes Benz UK Limited dealer or check your vehicle registration at gov.uk/check-if-a-vehicle-has-outstanding-recalls to confirm current status.

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