2021 Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 9, 2025 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other C 300 4MATIC years
Not enough data 3rd of 7 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC. That ranks 3rd out of 7 C 300 4MATIC model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 100%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2021 Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Air Bags1
Power Train1
Suspension1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags1100%———
Power Train1100%———
Suspension1100%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2021 Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Driving and something came from underneath the vehicle and cause me to swerve in all the airbags deployed

Air Bags · received Dec 9, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11704073

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC?

Owners most often report air bags, power train, suspension problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other C 300 4MATIC model years, the 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.